WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — We're tracking strong thunderstorms across the area through this evening. A severe storm in central Palm Beach County this afternoon packed gusty winds up to 60 mph that knocked over several trees.
Storms will continue to develop along sea breeze boundaries and outflow boundaries. Activity should wind down after sunset.
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These storms are producing frequent lightning, heavy downpours, gusty winds and localized street flooding.
Temperatures on Thursday will once again climb into the upper 80s along the beaches and the lower 90s inland, with heat index values reaching the upper 90s to near 105 degrees during the afternoon.
Look for partly cloudy skies overnight. Temperatures will remain warm and muggy, falling only into the middle 70s across the Treasure Coast and upper 70s in the Palm Beaches.
Looking ahead, the typical late-June pattern remains in place through the rest of the week: hot mornings, building humidity, and scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms each day. The highest storm chances will generally be inland before activity drifts toward the coast during the evening hours.
Please be mindful of the heat and remember to stay hydrated and take breaks in the air conditioning if you have to be outside for long periods of time. It is also helpful to wear loose-fitting and light-colored clothing.
Outside of storms - the boating forecast looks good with seas 1-2' and light southeast winds.
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