FHP: Man killed after being struck by tractor-trailer on Florida’s Turnpike in Miami-Dade
A man was killed early Saturday morning after being struck by a tractor-trailer while attempting to cross Florida’s Turnpike in Miami-Dade County, authorities confirmed.
Growing up in South Florida, Peta Sherwood was intrigued by the ever-changing weather, including sea breeze storms and the development of tropical systems. Her passion for weather storytelling grew, leading her to gain a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication News with a minor in Geography from the University of Florida while obtaining a certificate in Meteorology and Climatology. She then received her Master of Science in Geoscience from Mississippi State University. Her journey took her far from the familiar coast of Miami to the heart of the Midwest – Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska. Treading into a new world of blizzards and braving severe storms, including tornadoes, Peta gained an in-depth understanding of convective complex storm systems. Peta then worked with WRAL News in Raleigh, North Carolina. The active weather patterns across the South provided new experiences, including tracking hurricanes. Peta is eager to share her knowledge with the community that shaped her into the meteorologist she is today.
Dec. 7: Cold front to bring on-and-off rain to South Florida Monday
After several days of dry weather, a cold front is expected to bring on-and-off rain across South Florida on Monday. Scattered morning showers may affect the commute, with a brief break around lunchtime. As the front moves south of the region, additional showers are likely in the afternoon and evening.
Dec. 6: Record warmth possible in South Florida on Sunday
Southwest winds are set to promote record warmth across South Florida on Sunday, with a high near 86 degrees. If we reach that mark, Miami will tie the record of 86 set in 1978.
December 1: Possible record heat incoming
Get ready for record heat to take over this Tuesday.
Nov. 23: Calm Sunday night ahead
Sunday evening will bring calm winds and mostly clear conditions across South Florida. Temperatures by Monday morning will drop into the upper 60s. Inland areas may see patches of dense fog, so drivers traveling along I-75 should use caution.
Nov. 16: Dry, seasonable weather to continue through week with rising humidity
Dry and seasonable weather will persist into the beginning of the workweek. Winds from the northwest will gradually shift to the east. Morning temperatures in the low to mid-60s will warm into the lower 80s. Monday’s weather is expected to be similar to Sunday’s.
Nov. 9: Boots and sweater weather is on the way!
The coolest air of the season so far will sweep across South Florida. By Tuesday morning, lows will drop into the upper 40s and lower 50s.
November 3: Pleasant temperatures ahead
Spectacular weather is on the move this week.
November 2: Excellent weather weekend ends with possible showers
After a spectacular weekend across South Florida, we will round out the weekend with a few showers lifting from the Keys into Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
October 20: Dry air should keep rain at bay tonight, wet weather expected Tuesday
Evening showers will continue to fizzle thanks to drier air aloft.
October 19: Calm end to weekend leads to potentially wet Monday
Our high-pressure ridge that has brought a drier and less humid air mass will continue to pull away allowing a humid air mass to take over.
2 tropical systems continue to strengthen in Atlantic
Tropical Depression Nine was set to become Tropical Storm Imelda, and Hurricane Humberto strengthened into a Category 5. Both are tracked to turn northbound and away from South Florida.
Sept. 21: Slow moving storms will continue to fizzle this evening
Scattered slow moving storms will continue to fizzle this evening.
Sept. 14: Gloomy evening clouds producing showers and storms
Gloomy evening clouds producing showers and storms will move out Sunday evening. Overnight lows will cool into the mid- to upper 70s.
Sept. 13: Tropical downpours to continue this evening, clear tonight
Afternoon scattered showers and storms will linger into the evening hours before clearing tonight in South Florida.
Slow-moving thunderstorms cause more flooding in areas of South Florida
Tuesday afternoon and evening showers, slow-moving thunderstorms, and high tides will flood some areas of Miami-Dade and Broward counties.