Record highs possible during a windy Friday in Central Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. — Record heat is possible Friday in Central Florida.

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The high temperature in Orlando should reach around 90 degrees on Friday.

Our area will also be windy and dry, which is increasing our fire threat.

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Wind gusts could be near 35 mph in some areas.

The dry and breezy conditions can make outdoor fires spread quickly.

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Our temperatures will stay hot Saturday until a front moves through in the evening.

A couple of showers will be possible this weekend as the front moves through Florida.

High temperatures will reach the low 80s on Sunday.

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