ORLANDO, Fla. – Tropical Storm Imelda formed Sunday and is expected to become a hurricane on a forecast track that could take it away from the U.S. East Coast early next week.
The tropical storm watches for Brevard and Flagler Counties have been canceled, but don’t let your guard down just yet. As of Monday, a high surf advisory and wind advisory will be in effect. High surf advisory
The surf is going to be rough, with waves reaching 6 to 10 feet. Along with those big waves, rip currents are going to be a major threat. These powerful currents can pull even experienced swimmers out into deeper water. Coastal hazards
This isn’t just a one-day thing; high rip current risk will stick around through Wednesday night. If you’re near Volusia, Brevard, or Indian River counties, watch out for