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Dr. Gray: Chances a Major Hurricane Hits Florida are Nearly Twice as High this Year
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on April 10th, 2013
Sandy vs. Florida: Too Close to Call
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on October 23rd, 2012
In this political season of swaying polls and spirited debates, there’s something more than just partisan pundits spinning out there. This candidate pays no attention to “no-spin” zones and might just play “hard ball” with the swing state of Florida. … Continue reading
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Patty Falls Apart, Rafael Forms in Caribbean
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on October 13th, 2012
Patty was downgraded to a Tropical Depression late Friday and completely dissipated early Saturday. However, it may be what’s farther out to sea that warrants greater attention in the tropics over the coming days. Even still, a direct impact from … Continue reading
Tropical Storm Patty Forms Near Bahamas
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on October 11th, 2012
Tropical Depression 16 was named Tropical Storm Patty late Thursday afternoon near the Bahamas, or 475 mile east of Miami. Thunderstorm activity persisted long-enough near an area of lower pressure to warrant the upgrade into a Tropical Storm. Wind shear … Continue reading
Invest 98L Being Closely Watched for Development
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on October 10th, 2012
Invest 98L is currently located approximately 500 miles east of the Windward Islands. Convection has increased near what appears to be a developing center of circulation over the past 24 hours. Upper-level winds also appear to be allowing the storms … Continue reading
Still Watching the Gulf, but Development Likely Irrelevant
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on September 6th, 2012
Posted in Isaac, Nadine, Tropical Weather, Tropical Weather Update
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Tropical Alert: Isaac May be Reborn
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on September 5th, 2012
Isaac is back. Well, the partial remnants of the former hurricane, that is. After a seven-day trip over land in the central and southern part of the U.S., Isaac’s remnants have now moved back over the warm waters of the … Continue reading
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Even “The Cone” Isn’t Big Enough
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on August 27th, 2012
New Orleans could be ground zero. Then again, Miami was the first target. Following that was Fort Meyers, Sarasota, and Tampa Bay, Florida. Instead, the storm decided to sneak through the Florida Straits near Key West. So then came Mobile, … Continue reading
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Isaac’s Impacts to be Minimal, but Noticeable for Gainesville
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on August 26th, 2012
WIND: Sustained 10-20mph, with gusts to 25mph possible Monday morning and again Tuesday. RAIN: Periods or rain (not a constant) rain, sometimes heavy, are expected Monday and Tuesday. Storm total 1 to 2 inches possible. TORNADO: Isolated tornadoes are possible Monday and Tuesday, … Continue reading
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2pm Sunday Briefing: Isaac Shifting West, but Uncertainty Still High
By UF Chief Meteorologist Jeff Huffman on August 26th, 2012
Posted in Briefings, Isaac, Tropical Weather, Tropical Weather Update
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