While Hurricane Idalia continues to intensify in the Gulf of Mexico, only minor impacts are expected in South Florida.
In the Lower Keys, gusty winds will remain possible Wednesday. The strongest gusts will come in association with passing rain bands, sending wind gusts up to 35 mph.
Passing downpours are possible in metro South Florida through Thursday as a generally breezy and humid pattern takes shape.
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Similar to the Keys, passing downpours will present the opportunity for gusty winds up to 30 to 35 mph.
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While blinding downpours may occur with the heaviest rainfall, the overall concern for localized flooding has subsided.
Afternoon highs will return to the lower and mid-90s and a heat advisory may be issued by the National Weather Service over the next few days.
Marine impacts are expected to continue around the Florida Keys where a small craft advisory remains in effect until Thursday morning.
Gusty winds and choppy seas will continue to prove dangerous to boaters through Wednesday.
Safe boating conditions are expected to return in time for the Labor Day weekend.
