Severe Weather Risk for Central Florida on Thursday, April 11

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The Melbourne, Florida office of the National Weather Service is advising those in Central Florida to prepare for the risk of severe weather on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Risk of Severe Weather in Central Florida Per a post from NWS Melbourne on X (formerly Twitter), Central Florida can expect a slight risk of severe weather … Read more

Walt Disney World Under Tornado Watch Until 4PM

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Walt Disney World and the surrounding areas are currently under a tornado watch until 4:00 p.m. A tornado watch means that conditions are such that a tornado could form. If a tornado warning is issued, that means a tornado has formed. Most of Walt Disney World is in Orange County. Some areas are in Osceola … Read more

Walt Disney World Under Tornado Watch As Strong Storms Approach

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Orange County, home to most of the Walt Disney World Resort, is under a tornado watch this morning along with a number of other Florida counties as a strong storm system is slated to move through the area. The tornado watch is in effect until 11:00 a.m., per the National Weather Service. The storms are … Read more

Severe Weather Expected for Central Florida on Thursday, October 28

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According to the Melbourne, Florida office of the National Weather Service, Central Florida should expect strong weather on Thursday, October 28, 2021. A strong cold front will be moving through Central Florida, with the I-4 area of Orlando under threat of severe weather. Damaging wind gusts of 50 – 60 mph, tornadoes, heavy rain, and … Read more

Tropical Storm Elsa Upgraded to Hurricane

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Yesterday we reported that the Orlando area is in the “Cone of Uncertainty” of the storm path of Elsa. As of 7:45AM EDT this morning, Elsa has strengthened from Tropical Storm to a Hurricane. This is the first official hurricane of the year. Its five-day projection continues to include a projected landfall in Florida on … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (4/11/21): Severe Weather Impacts Walt Disney World, Frozen Ever After Closed Due to Power Surge, Transportation and Ticket Center 50th Anniversary Makeover, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, April 11, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Walt Disney World Currently Under Severe Thunderstorm Warning, Dangerous Storm Alert

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Walt Disney World continues to be battered by wind and rain this weekend. If you’re spending time in the parks or resort hotels this afternoon, please be aware that the weather can rapidly deteriorate as we’re currently witnessing at Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World resides in both Orange County and Osceola County, which are both … Read more

Heavy Rainfall Expected in Central Florida This Weekend as Tropical Depression 19 Approaches

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The National Hurricane Center reported on Twitter that Tropical Depression 19 has formed east of Florida’s southern coast. The storm strengthened into a tropical depression around 5:00 pm and is expected to drop heavy rainfall from central to southern Florida. Currently, a Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for the southeast coast. The rainfall is … Read more

Tropical Depression 13 Forms Over The Atlantic, Potential Impacts for Florida This Weekend

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The National Weather Service has announced that Tropical Depression 13 has formed over the tropical central Atlantic. Currently, details of the long-range track and intensity forecasts are uncertain, however the system could bring rainfall and wind impacts to portions of Florida this weekend and early next week. Those potentially impacted should monitor the system’s progress … Read more

Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine Expected to Become Tropical Storm Isaias Today; Storm Force Winds Expected in Central Florida This Weekend

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The National Weather Service is predicting that Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine will become Tropical Storm Isaias today, with Central Florida in its path. Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine is expected to move into the Bahamas on Friday, with potential storm force winds expected across Florida by the weekend. While it is uncertain as to what exact … Read more

Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine Expected to Reach Tropical Storm Strength by Wednesday with Central Florida in Cone

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The National Weather Service is predicting that a potential tropical cyclone will reach tropical storm strength by Wednesday, with Central Florida in its path. Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine, which was 400 miles east of the Lesser Antilles, is forecasted to become a tropical storm by Wednesday, July 29th, producing potential flash flooding and mudslides across … Read more

runDisney Issues Course Alteration for Walt Disney World Marathon Due to High Heat Index

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runDisney announced this morning it is altering its marathon course due to heat; the modifications will only affect those still on the course. Race times will still be recorded and racers will receive medals. Given today’s warm weather and the course length, we are modifying the course for our runners’ safety. Even with the modified … Read more

Hurricane Dorian Nears Florida as Category 2 Storm, Forecasters Urge Residents to Stay Prepared Until Storm Fully Passes

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After remaining stagnant over the Bahamas for over a day, Hurricane Dorian is finally inching its way over to Florida and while we are now out of the cone, the National Weather Service continues to warn residents about the increased potential for storm hazards, with tropical storm force winds hitting most of South and Central … Read more