The isolated clusters of thunderstorms are developing and moving through the Panhandle.

 The isolated clusters of thunderstorms are developing and moving through the Panhandle.

US WEATHER FORECAST: Snow squalls and gusty winds forecast in parts of Midwest, Northeast

A few could become strong enough to spin up a weak tornado or produce damaging winds, according to the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network. About 9:30 p.m. Thursday, a tornado warning was issued for the Fort Walton Beach area.

The National Weather Service Tallahassee warned residents of the following impacts from today's storms:

  • 3-4 inches of rain, with some areas seeing more than 6 inches
  • Wind gusts up to 60 mph are possible today and Saturday
  • A tornado or two are possible today and Saturday
  • Flash floods, along with urban and small stream flooding possible
  • Multiple rounds of heavy rain are expected today from the cold front. Another storm system passing through the area Saturday is forecast to bring more rain to the area.

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