The Boca Raton Tribune

South Florida Weather: Persistent Tropical Moisture Prompts Extended Thunderstorm Outlook Through Early JuneA stagnant pattern of high humidity, elevated heat indices, and daily convective storms will govern Boca Raton before shifting to drier, brighter conditions by next weekend. BOCA RATON, Fla. — An unyieldingly humid and unstable tropical air mass is forecast to anchor itself over South Florida from Saturday, May 30, through Saturday, June 6. The prolonged meteorological pattern will bring a sequence of heavy afternoon thunderstorms, dangerous daytime heat index values peaking at 103°F, and a notable lack of atmospheric relief. Residents and visitors to the region should prepare for daily precipitation disruptions alongside extreme ultraviolet exposure before a drying […]

Keep Guests Safe, Not Sick: Avoid Foodborne Illnesses at Your Summer Barbecue With These Expert TipsWith summer headed our way and barbecue season in our sights, experts heed caution when the grill master takes their place at their smoky altar. Grilling and cookouts are a time-honored way to celebrate the Fourth of July and the summer in general, but they’re a battleground against foodborne illnesses, one University of Florida expert warns. “It’s incredibly easy to get distracted with friends and fun and forget about that burger you cooked five hours ago,” said Keith Schneider, professor of food safety at the UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). “And before you know it, you’ve lost […]

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