Rough coastal conditions continue as forecast calls for breezy conditions, passing showers

Forecast If you’re spending your day along the coast of Central Florida on Tuesday, you’re advised to stay out of the water. (WFTV Staff)

By Sarah Wilson

ORLANDO, Fla. — If you’re spending your day along the coast of Central Florida on Tuesday, you’re advised to stay out of the water.

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Channel 9 meteorologist Brian Shields said the forecast calls for strong onshore winds to continue with 8 to 12-foot surf breaking along the coast.

Shields said he advises people stay out of the water through Wednesday.

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The rest of Tuesday’s forecast calls for breezy conditions with a 20% chance of passing showers and a mix of sun and clouds. The high temperature will be around 79.

Shields said higher rain chances are expected later this week as a storm system moves in.

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