Special Weather Statement issued June 4 at 4:12PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL

Florida State Watch Office Morning Situation Report EOC Activation Level:  Level 2   Meteorological Summary: Scattered to widespread shower and thunderstorm activity expected across the Sunshine State today. Unlike previous days, the greatest rain chances return to North and Central Florida (65-85% chance of rain). No organized risks for severe weather or flash flooding; however, strong to locally severe thunderstorms cannot be ruled out this afternoon.  Gusty winds (45-60 mph), frequent lightning, and locally heavy downpours possible within stronger thunderstorms.  Instances of nuisance flooding and ponding water become more likely for urban and low-lying/poor drainage locations. Shower and thunderstorm chances