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On Wednesday, a 53-year-old woman was hit and killed by lightning in Parkland, Fla. It is the second lightning death in Florida for the year, and the third in the U.S.
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — There could be some brief peeks of sunshine late Friday morning, which will spark thunderstorm development across Central Florida during the afternoon hours. Keep those umbrellas handy and your weather app near-by, storms could be strong to severe, produce multiple lightning, gusty winds and hail.
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11 a.m.
Don’t leave your work or home during the midday hours without your umbrella: heavy rain and potentially severe storms are expected to move in early in the afternoon.
If you hear thunder, it's best to stay indoors.
Several areas will see one or two inches of additional rainfall, as well as strong winds and lightning.
“Watch out for slick spots and ponding on roads,” Channel 9 meteorologist Rusty McCranie said.
Meteorologist Brian Shields also says there is a small risk for a brief tornado.
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8:30 a.m.
Thursday's rain and storms will start firing earlier than they did Wednesday.
Channel 9 Meteorologists Brian Shields and Rusty McCranie said Thursday's storms will move into the region around lunchtime, and will be widespread. Storms could continue into the evening rush.
Downpours, thunder, lightning and even an isolated tornado or waterspout are all possible.
4:30 a.m.
Thursday will bring more rain and storms to an already-soaked Central Florida.
The morning commute could include a few showers, according to certified meteorologist Brian Shields. However, the greatest threat for showers and storms will be in the afternoon.
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Shields said there is a 70 percent chance some of the storms could be strong or severe.
Watch below: Meteorologist Brian Shields' full forecast:
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Thursday will mark the fifth day Central Florida has seen heavy rain or thunderstorms, causing isolated flooding and even a minor tornado Monday in Brevard County.
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On Wednesday, a 53-year-old woman was hit and killed by lightning in Parkland, Fla. It is the second lightning death in Florida for the year, and the third in the U.S.
Watch: How to protect yourself from lightning
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Watch below: Meteorologist Brian Shields' 5-Day Forecast: