Labor Day weekend forecast: plan for increasing storm chances; flooding concerns

Sunday’s Forecast

Labor Day and Tuesday: The flooding chances increase

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Saturday’s Forecast

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[ Florence about to develop in the open Atlantic ]

Red Tide across Southwest Florida

Across southwestern Florida's beaches, the high concentration of toxic algal bloom, the red tide, continues to be a concern. Make sure to stay away from the waters. Red tide can be dangerous for people with respiratory problems and can be fatal.

Read more: Fishing rules altered because of Florida's red tide

• Keeping debris out of storm drains and ditches.
• Reporting clogged ditches to local governments.
• Cleaning out gutters and extending downspouts at least 4 feet from structures.
• Building up the ground around the home to promote drainage away from the foundation.

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