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Strong winds, rough surf along east coast
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Key Points:
- A wind advisory is in effect for parts of Indian River County with sustained winds of 20-25 mph and gusts up to 40 mph, creating hazardous conditions on the Treasure Coast and Palm Beaches.
- Wind gusts around 30 mph have been recorded from Sebastian and Vero Beach to Boca Raton, contributing to dangerous weather throughout the area.
- A high surf advisory remains along the Atlantic coast, with seas reaching 7 to 12 feet, causing hazardous swimming conditions, a high risk of rip currents, and potential beach erosion.
- Forecasters are monitoring an area in the Atlantic with a 30% chance of tropical development in the next seven days, but no immediate impacts to Florida are expected.
- Residents are advised to secure outdoor items, exercise caution while driving, and avoid entering rough ocean waters.
