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Scattered heavy downpours are likely this weekend across Central Florida, with 2 to 4 inches of rain expected in some areas.

The Orlando National Weather Service warns of rough weather in Florida with a High Surf Advisory and high rip current risks. Thunderstorms and showers are likely, with heavy rainfall possible inland into early next week.

A wetter weather pattern is bringing daily storm chances to South Florida through the weekend, along with relief from recent heat advisories.

Increased rain chances and cloud cover across the state will help keep conditions slightly “cooler” than some of the last few weeks.

Don't expect Florida temperatures to drop dramatically. Highs are forecast to range from the upper 80s into the low to mid 90s by the end of the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

The Columbus Explorers play in Florida's FHSAA Class 7A ranks while the Southridge Spartans inhabit the Class 6A space. But both programs were state semifinalists in their respective classifications a year ago with Southridge losing a 14-11 thriller to the eventual undefeated 6A state champion West Boca Raton [Boca Raton] Bulls.

Weather hazard maps have nearly 100 colors including six variations of red, a "bisque," "moccasin," cornflower blue, and Dodger blue. Experts are working to simplify the alerts.

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