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Severe storms threaten until sunset, with possibilities for a tornado warning

Evening forecast: Saturday, May 18 (WFTV)
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4:30 p.m. Update:

ORLANDO, Fla. — Severe t-storm warnings are in effect for Volusia (through 5:15 p.m.) and Flagler County (through 5 p.m.) for quarter-sized hail and 60mph damaging wind.

Storms between DeLand/DeLeon Springs approaching Daytona Beach and Palm Coast/Flagler Beach.

3:30 p.m. Update:

Storm damage reports: Lake County - East of Leesburg

3:30 p.m.

Bassville Park: Powerlines and several trees are down at the intersection of SR44 and CR473

3:35 p.m.

Lisbon: Powerlines and downed trees near intersection of SR44 and Emeralda Ave.

Earlier Story:

Strong, scattered storms around sunset could bring heavy rain and lightning, small hail, and damaging winds.

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A tornado warning cannot be ruled out either, so take cover from any storms.

The highest storm chances will be through sunset and near the beaches.

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Overnight, an additional storm remains possible, and again, some passing storms tomorrow morning or afternoon, but they should pass through quickly, leaving a good portion of your Sunday without rain.

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Carl-Max Millionard, WFTV.com

Carl-Max Millionard is a Content Creator for WFTV.com.

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