8 p.m. update
Tropical Storm Gordon strengthened as it moved away from Florida on Monday evening, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
The storm had maximum sustained winds of up to 60 mph, chief meteorologist Tom Terry said.
A hurricane warning is in effect for coastal Mississippi and Alabama, Terry said.
The heaviest weather will move away from Central Florida overnight, he said.
Tropical Storm #Gordon Advisory 6A: Gordon Strengthening as it Moves Away From Florida. https://t.co/VqHn0uj6EM
— National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) September 3, 2018
#Gordon winds up to 60mph based on recent data from aircraft recon. Hurricane warning in effect coastal MS/AL. Heaviest weather moving away from central Florida tonight. pic.twitter.com/AYkYbC8ZKZ
— tom terry (@TTerryWFTV) September 3, 2018
5 p.m. update
The Gulf of Mexico's warm waters enabled Tropical Storm Gordon to maintain its strength late Monday afternoon, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
The storm -- which has sustained winds of 50 mph as it moves west-northwest at 17 mph -- could be a category 1 hurricane by the time it makes landfall between Biloxi, Mississippi, and New Orleans late Tuesday or early Wednesday, chief meteorologist Tom Terry said.
A hurricane warning has been issued for the central Gulf Coast, from the mouth of the Pearl River to the Alabama/Florida border.
Click here to Terry's forecast live on Channel 9 Eyewitness News, and click here to download the free WFTV weather app.
#Gordon's 5pm track.
— Irene Sans (@IreneSans) September 3, 2018
The Gulf of Mexico waters are like a bathtub, between 86-90 degrees F.!
Fueling Gordon during the next 24-36 hours.
Aguas en el Golfo de Mexico están cálidas, entre 86-90gF, alimentando a la tormenta #Gordon durante las próximas 24-36 horas. pic.twitter.com/eUsevypmYH
#Gordon's 5pm track.
— Irene Sans (@IreneSans) September 3, 2018
The Gulf of Mexico waters are like a bathtub, between 86-90 degrees F.!
Fueling Gordon during the next 24-36 hours.
Aguas en el Golfo de Mexico están cálidas, entre 86-90gF, alimentando a la tormenta #Gordon durante las próximas 24-36 horas. pic.twitter.com/eUsevypmYH
A #Hurricane Warning has been issued from the mouth of the Pearl River eastward to the Alabama/Florida border for #Gordon. See the latest advisory at https://t.co/tW4KeGdBFb pic.twitter.com/AXjo4z4Hic
— National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) September 3, 2018
Winds still gusting to 40mph along our east coast as rain bands from #Gordon continue to sweep by. Winds at 50mph around the center of #Gordon, @NHC_Atlantic recon investigating the storm now. #EyeonTropics pic.twitter.com/jN0hMGKBtL
— tom terry (@TTerryWFTV) September 3, 2018
UPDATE: Monday 2:30 p.m.
Tropical Storm Gordon is churning toward the Gulf of Mexico, but not before drenching South Florida with heavy rain and strong wind.
The National Hurricane Center said the storm is strengthening, with maximum winds reaching 50 miles per hour.
The storm is expected to move into the Gulf of Mexico before strengthening and hitting the Louisiana and Mississippi coast Tuesday.
Several Tropical Storm watches and warnings have been issues for Florida's southwest coast and the northern Gulf coast. Some counties on the Louisiana and Mississippi coasts have issues Hurricane watches and warnings.
TS Gordon 2PM Update: winds now up to 50 mph, in the Gulf of Mexico. #eyeonthetropics pic.twitter.com/ArCXJtINVo
— Eboni Deon, WSB (@EboniDeonWSB) September 3, 2018
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The worst of the storm is still expected to miss Central Florida, but could still bring rain, thunderstorms.
Certified Chief Meteorologist Tom Terry is tracking Tropical Storm Gordon and how it could impact Central Florida. Watch for live coverage starting on Eyewitness News at 4 p.m.
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EYE ON THE TROPICS: Tropical Storm #Gordon may be whipping South Florida, but it's not keeping everyone in doors on this Labor Day. Read more and track the storm's path: https://t.co/OGV5dmwhuX pic.twitter.com/XeYAmqlfpp
— WFTV Channel 9 (@WFTV) September 3, 2018
Monday 11 a.m.
The newly formed Tropical Storm Gordon is bringing heavy wind and rain to South Florida, but Central Florida is still expected to avoid a direct hit.
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The National Hurricane Center said the storm has maximum winds of 45 miles per hour as it skirts past South Florida, prompting Tropical Storm and Flood watches on the state's southwest coast.
The storm will continue to strengthen as it moves off Florida and into the Gulf of Mexico, the NHC said.
Flood Watch for parts of S. FL as TS Gordon continues to dump heavy rain in the area. Radar estimates of over 2" near Homestead from this AM #FLwx pic.twitter.com/EauBtA1sYa
— Eboni Deon, WSB (@EboniDeonWSB) September 3, 2018
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TS Gordon 11AM advisory. Still on track to get into the Gulf of Mexico this afternoon and strengthen. #eyeonthetropics pic.twitter.com/GmIMk3flCW
— Eboni Deon, WSB (@EboniDeonWSB) September 3, 2018
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Lots of rain down south! Meanwhile for us in Central Florida, it’s been nice but humid!! RT @JohnMoralesNBC6: Highest 28 hour rainfall since 7 AM Sunday
— Brian Shields (@BrianWFTV) September 3, 2018
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2.44” Ft Lauderdale#TropicalStormGordon pic.twitter.com/ebdcTGBgNW
WATCH LIVE: Eye on the Tropics: Tropical Storm GordonEYE ON THE TROPICS: Tropical Storm Gordon lashes South Florida just hours after forming over the Keys. The storm is not expected to threaten Central Florida. (No sound) READ MORE: at.wftv.com/2CbOu0X
Posted by WFTV Channel 9 on Monday, September 3, 2018
Monday 8:10 a.m.
Tropical Storm Gordon has officially formed as it barrels toward the Florida coast.
The storm formed near the Upper Florida Keys with maximum winds of 45 miles per hour. The National Weather Service has issued storm warnings for portions of South Florida and the Florida Keys.
The storm is expected to impact south Florida and parts of the state’s southwest coast before moving into the Gulf of Mexico and reaching the coast of Louisiana and Mississippi on Tuesday.
The National Hurricane Center in Miami said Monday that Tropical Storm Gordon is likely to batter south and southwest Florida with heavy rains. A Storm Surge Watch is in effect for a portion of the Mississippi-Alabama border.
TS Warnings for parts of S. Florida including Miami, Key Biscayne, Bonita Beach #Gordon #eyeonthetropics #FLwx pic.twitter.com/JbKKfdDDxL
— Eboni Deon, WSB (@EboniDeonWSB) September 3, 2018
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Tropical Storm #Gordon has formed near the Upper Florida Keys, with maximum winds of 45 mph. Tropical Storm Warnings are coming for portions of south Florida and the Keys in a Special Advisory to be issued by 9 am EDT (1300 UTC). More: https://t.co/tW4KeGdBFb
— National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) September 3, 2018
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Tropical Storm Gordon has officially formed. All on track! It will soak South Florida then move away. It will bump up our rain chance today, as expected. Have a great Labor Day! pic.twitter.com/g4fGsO1Osi
— Brian Shields (@BrianWFTV) September 3, 2018
Original Story: Sunday 5 p.m.
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Tropical Storm watches have been issued for coastal Alabama to eastern Louisiana as the tropical wave continues to enter much more favorable environment to become TD/TS #Gordon. Heaviest rain expected to South Florida #LaborDay. pic.twitter.com/kKkRe91WOr
— Irene Sans (@IreneSans) September 2, 2018
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First advisory for Potential Trop. Cyclone 7, in the southern Bahamas. Moving WNW and near south Florida on #LaborDay2018. No direct impacts in central Florida, but rain will stay in the forecast. Trop. Storm watches from FL/AL line west to LA. pic.twitter.com/dB9Jsuaesb
— tom terry (@TTerryWFTV) September 2, 2018
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Labor Day and Tuesday: The flooding chances increase
Rainfall will be between 1-3 inches, with higher isolated amounts. Due due to the thick layers of clouds, temperatures will remain in the upper-80s on Labor Day and Tuesday, with the winds shifting mainly from the south and bringing in much more humidity.
No threats for Central Florida! pic.twitter.com/J3wWIHMbtd
— Brian Shields (@BrianWFTV) September 3, 2018
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