Brevard County braces for tropical storm-like conditions

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BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Brevard County beaches are already experiencing gusty winds and rough surf ahead of a weather system that could bring heavy rainfall and the threat of tornadoes.

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By Saturday, residents could see tropical storm-like conditions with a high-surf advisory for breaking waves between eight and 13 feet.

Strong onshore winds could lead to some coastal water run up.

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Mike McGarry, who oversees Brevard County’s Beach Management program, said the county’s beaches are all OK.

But this heavy weather will wear on them.

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“This is why we maintain our beaches, so wind like this doesn’t threaten upland infrastructure,” he said.

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