Strong storms rolled through Central Florida early Thursday, damaging homes, downing power lines and flipping a car in Flagler County.
Tornado watches and warnings were issued across the region but have since expired. A tornado warning means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar.
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Earlier in the day, a tornado damaged several homes and overturned a vehicle in Palm Coast, officials said.
Also, apparent tornadoes touched down in Clearwater Beach and Crystal River, damaging homes, officials said.
No injuries were reported.
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We’re on scene along with @myclearwaterPD of an apparent #tornado touchdown on north #clearwaterbeach — there is damage to two houses but thankfully no injuries at this time. pic.twitter.com/wbbb2W8n92
— Clearwater Fire & Rescue Department (@clearwaterfire) October 12, 2023
The storms, mostly north and west of Orlando, brought intense rain and isolated pockets of high winds reaching 60 mph, along with a few possible tornadoes.
The threat of severe weather drops as the day wears on. By midday, rain showers will still be around.
The high on Thursday will be 87 degrees, with an 80% chance of showers.
Rain chances remain high Friday, with a 70% chance of showers and a high of 90.
Another cold front approaches toward the end of the weekend. This will mean an end to the showers on Sunday.
Daytime highs will be 82 on Sunday, 74 on Monday and 74 for Tuesday.
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