STORM2K

Here's the link to the SWODY1 issued at 1 a.m. EST..

There is a good possibility of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes this afternoon and into tonight from southeast Texas to Alabama.
A few significant tornadoes (F2 or higher) are possible........
Portions of this area may be upgraded to a high risk later today (especially southern Mississippi and western/southern Alabama IMO)

It appears likely IMO the severe weather threat will remain significant on Saturday across Georgia, South and North Carolina, and northern portions of Florida, with a continued risk of strong tornadoes.

This is a very dangerous weather situation unfolding across the south. I strongly urge residents of these areas to closely monitor local weather conditions and listen to later statements and possible watches/ warnings over NOAA Weather Radio or a trusted tv/ radio station.

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PW

The upper level low over New Mexico (as of early this morning... around Midnight Eastern) moving into Texas is sure a player with this system (as all upper level lows are). The jet stream is dramatically digging into the Gulf of Mexico and southeastern United States. Those from Texas to Georgia and northern and central Florida should monitor the situation...

I will sure be monitoring this severe weather potential. I am located northeast of Tampa, west of Daytona Beach, south of Ocala and northwest of Orlando.