Miami, South Florida Under Wind Advisory

MIAMI, FL — A wind advisory has been issued for Miami and South Florida Friday as forecasters also warned of a high risk of rip currents along Atlantic and Gulf beaches. The advisory will remain in effect until 1 a.m. Saturday.

"Strong west to southwest winds will continue through this evening, with gusts of 40-50 mph possible," explained meteorologist Sean Miller of the National Weather Service in Miami.

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Miller said that winds are expected to begin decreasing on Friday night.

"Coastal flooding and beach erosion remain possible along the Gulf coast today, especially during high tides," Miller added.

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