Thursday will be very hot in the afternoon, with locally heavy rain and deadly lightning.

Afternoon temperatures will be in the mid-90s, with heat indices from 102 to 107 degrees, according to NWS Melbourne.

Storm coverage for the afternoon and evening is expected to be from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Rain chances are at 60 to 70 percent across Central Florida.

The highest coverage area is along the coast from Stuart to near Daytona Beach.

It’ll extend inland toward the outer parts of the Greater Orlando metro area.

Hurricane Erin has caused several coastal and marine hazards.

There is a high risk for life-threatening rip currents through the weekend, according to NWS Melbourne.

Additionally, there is a high surf advisory with waves reaching 5-7 feet and a small craft advisory for local Atla

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