XWD has enabled Severe Coverage Mode due to a Day 1 HIGH risk of excessive rainfall issued by the Weather Prediction Center (WPC) and the potential for severe weather in the Midwestern US.

Widespread heavy rainfall is on the horizon for much of Florida, with a heightened focus on the southern part of the state. Projections indicate that precipitation levels meet thresholds for a HIGH risk of flash flooding and there is a growing certainty, supported by recent model data, that a significant flooding event will unfold today and/or tonight. Severe weather will also be a threat up north, with an Enhanced risk issued by the Storm Prediction Center (SPC); mainly in Missouri, lowa, and Illinois. You can also read our blog post regarding this event here.