As expected, today is really going to be the day we find out the path of what is likely to become Hurricane Idalia. Not much has changed since yesterday’s update. The storm is expected to make landfall in Florida Tuesday into Wednesday. Initially forecasters seemed to think this would only be a tropical storm. But now Idalia looks like it will become at least a category 1 hurricane before it gets to Florida.

As for today, it was all about the heat again. Temperatures in the Tampa area reached the mid 90s again. We are still a couple days away from any impact of what will likely become Hurricane Idalia. See the 5pm update below from ABC Action News.

• Storm Surge Concerns

  These newest Sunday evening readings are concerning for the possibility of rising water levels.

  8/27 4pm CDT: There is an increasing risk of life-threatening storm surge from Tropical Storm #Idalia where a Storm Surge Watch has been issued for portions of the west coast of Florida & Florida Panhandle. Please monitor https://t.co/0BMJEzOTx0 for updates to the forecast! pic.twitter.com/dD9Jkpxt71

  — NHC Storm Surge (@NHC_Surge) August 27, 2023

• Sunday 5pm Update

  A shift east in this latest track…

  5 PM UPDATE | The track has shifted east again. A Hurricane Watch is now up from Englewood north, including Tampa Bay. The storm is forecast to reach Category 2 strength Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. @abcactionnews #FLwx #Idalia pic.twitter.com/RUMqoX4bxI

  — Jason Adams (@JasonAdamsWFTS) August 27, 2023

• Timing remains Tuesday night into Wednesday...

  Lots of time to prepare…

  TD 10 now Tropical Storm Idalia with max sustained winds of 40 mph. #Idalia will begin to move north on Monday. Hurricane and storm surge watches are likely to be issued for portions of our Gulf coast later today. Track and intensity adjustments are likely and Idalia may make… pic.twitter.com/KXmWlLCRzE

  — Paul Dellegatto⚡️FOX (@PaulFox13) August 27, 2023

• We now have Tropican Storm Idalia

  As expected, the storm now has a name.

  Observations from a NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft indicate that Tropical Depression Ten has strengthened into Tropical Storm Idalia.
  The maximum winds are estimated to be 40 mph (65 km/h) with higher gusts. pic.twitter.com/4SDxShui1n

  — IONTB.COM (@IONTB) August 27, 2023

• 11AM Sunday Update: Florida is still the target

  Even though the models point the path north of Tampa, we will feel this storm.

  11 AM update. Florida impacts Tue-Wed. Don't focus on the line or the cone. Impacts will extend well beyond the cone. Tropical storm conditions are like on the east coast & southwest Florida. pic.twitter.com/OT4JhGfBqG

  — Greg Dee (@GregDeeWeather) August 27, 2023

• Timing

  A county by county look at when the winds and rain will really pick up in Florida.

  Arrival times of tropical storm force winds and chance of TS winds pic.twitter.com/ml3NFdmzOb

  — Mike Clay (@Mike_Clay) August 27, 2023

• Right now a Category 1 storm... but it could intensify...

  Storm surge could be a problem with this storm.

  SUN 6AM: Intensity forecast is raised a little more, don't be surprised if this it is higher than a category1 later. This is a bad track for storm surge from Tampa Bay northward and especially on the Nature Coast. pic.twitter.com/IfMLy6yOgQ

  — Mike Clay (@Mike_Clay) August 27, 2023

• Denis reminds you of Rule #7

  Denis is famous for his big rule when it comes to hurricanes.  Don’t panic.  Just prepare.

  5 AM Update | TD 10's latest track is in. No significant change but a slight shift west. The intensity has been bumped up a little showing winds at 90 mph offshore of our coast Tuesday night. Next track update at 11 a.m. pic.twitter.com/zM8FVpvwM3

  — Denis Phillips (@DenisPhillipsWx) August 27, 2023

• Remember to plan for you and your pets too!

  We could definitely use the rain.  But with that will come destructive wind.

  #TropicalDepressionTen is forecast to become a hurricane by Tuesday! 🌀
  
  🗣️ Regardless of the track & intensity, there is potential for heavy rain, gusty winds & marine hazards for west coast of Florida next week!
  
  🧐 Review your plan...don't forget to plan for your pets! #FLwx pic.twitter.com/ZVyPuthTXf

  — NWS Tampa Bay (@NWSTampaBay) August 27, 2023

• The advice is consistent...

  Prepare this weekend while we have time.  And stay informed.

  Good Sunday morning to everyone- here are the Key Messages for Tropical Depression Ten. Interests in the southeastern United States, especially Florida, should be monitoring the progress of this system. pic.twitter.com/RFJr9DfSvx

  — National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) August 27, 2023

• Denis answers viewer questions...

  Denis is fantastic with his social media updates in between on air broadcasts.

  Denis Phillips LIVE https://t.co/XS2ROGEjXO

  — Denis Phillips (@DenisPhillipsWx) August 27, 2023

• Sandbags

  Pasco and Pinellas counties started distributing sandbags yesterday.  Tampa will have them starting today.

  TOMORROW AUGUST 27, 2023: The City of Tampa's Emergency Management teams continue to monitor potential severe weather, which may impact the region within the next few days. As a precaution, the City of Tampa is activating three sandbag distribution sites beginning August 27. pic.twitter.com/QAObIt7WDj

  — City of Tampa (@CityofTampa) August 26, 2023

• As for today...

  The usual Florida August weather.

  TODAY | Expect mostly sunny skies today with near record high temps. Scattered storms will return between 12 and 4 p.m. inland, with better chances along and west of I-75 after 4 p.m. Rain chance is up to 50%. pic.twitter.com/k713861LaV

  — Jason Adams (@JasonAdamsWFTS) August 27, 2023

• 3 things you should do to prepare today...

  Lines may start getting long and prices could jump as the storm gets near. Today is a great day to fill up your gas tank.

  #flwx pic.twitter.com/nSaRxF3cTm

  — Mike Clay (@Mike_Clay) August 27, 2023

• Important info about getting your medication...

  Good to know!

  Under the Governor's Declaration of a State of Emergency for our area in preparation for #TD10, prescription refills for at least 30-day supply and for early prescription refills has been authorized.
  
  For more info visit 👉https://t.co/FKHnAQmzWm pic.twitter.com/YKTKy38Df7

  — Alert Tampa (@AlertTampa) August 27, 2023

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