June 27, 2025

Tampa Residents Prepare for Potential Severe Weather

News Summary

Residents of Tampa, Florida, are bracing for severe weather expected to impact the region, beginning late Sunday and lasting into early Monday. While the most intense conditions may be to the north and west, meteorologists warn that storms could still affect the Bay Area. FOX 13’s new bilingual meteorologist, Zuleika Soler, aims to guide the community through this unpredictable weather. Anticipated threats include wind gusts over 30 miles per hour, with a promise of clearer skies and stable temperatures following the storm.

Tampa, Florida is preparing for potential severe weather in the coming days as meteorologists warn of risks starting late Sunday and lasting into early Monday. The warning comes as forecasters estimate that up to 150 million people across the central and eastern United States could be affected by this severe weather outbreak. While the severest conditions are projected to remain to the north and west of the Florida Bay Area, residents should still be mindful of the possibility of intense storms impacting their area.

With the anticipation of severe weather, the FOX 13 meteorology team is on alert. Recently, they welcomed Zuleika Soler as their new bilingual meteorologist. Zuleika, who prefers to be called “Zuli,” is originally from Union City, New Jersey, but brings a diverse background, with family roots in Puerto Rico and El Salvador. Currently enrolled at Mississippi State University, she is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Geoscience and is set to graduate next year.

Having spent the last two years forecasting in Corpus Christi, Texas, Zuleika has experience covering a range of weather events including extreme heat, drought conditions, and tropical systems. Her career began in New York City, where she worked behind the scenes as an assignment desk aide and production assistant. Motivated by a passion for the outdoors, she made the transition to meteorology with the goal of helping individuals prepare for tropical weather and effectively share vital information.

As the weather forecast unfolds, FOX 13 meteorologists anticipate mostly sunny skies for Friday, temperatures in the low-to-mid 80s, and warming on Saturday, possibly nearing 90 degrees inland. A strong south wind is contributing to these rising temperatures. While the majority of Sunday is expected to be dry, rain may begin in the evening and continue into the nighttime hours, signaling the arrival of potential storms in the Bay Area as conditions develop.

As Sunday approaches, the National Weather Service has issued a marginal risk for severe weather across parts of the Bay Area. Meteorologists indicate that the severe weather risk will expand into the northeastern U.S. on Sunday, while the most significant threats are forecasted for the Midwest on Friday and the Deep South, including areas like Alabama and Mississippi, on Saturday.

Amid the weather concerns, potential wind gusts exceeding 30 miles per hour are predicted for Sunday morning as storm activity intensifies. Although the storms may weaken slightly before reaching the Bay Area, residents should remain alerted and prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions.

After the storms, the forecast for the following week suggests that temperatures in Tampa and its surrounding areas will stabilize around 80 degrees, providing a respite from the severe weather that may occur over the weekend.

In her new role, Zuleika aims to guide residents in the Tampa Bay Area through the evolving weather landscape, especially as tropical storms are prevalent during this time of year. Her love for the local beaches complements her professional endeavors, as she seeks to make a positive impact through accurate weather reporting.

Outside of her meteorological responsibilities, Zuleika embraces her love for beach outings, running, drawing or painting, along with spending quality time with her family and two cats. Her commitment to the Tampa Bay community is evident as she prepares to navigate both her new role and the unpredictable weather ahead.

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