24-hour rainfall in Sarasota, Florida surpasses Hurricane Ian's 5-day total, triggering flooding and tornado watches, from a non-cyclonic Gulf disturbance.

Florida experiences record-breaking rainfall in Sarasota, topping Hurricane Ian's five-day rainfall total in just 24 hours. A disorganized tropical disturbance from the Gulf of Mexico brings excessive rain to the region, causing street flooding and triggering tornado watches. The disturbance has not reached cyclone status but is expected to continue heavy rainfall across southern Florida for several days.

June 12, 2024
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