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Beat the heat: Central Florida soars into 90s with better chance of storms

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Scorching heat has arrived in Central Florida. Wednesday will be one of the hottest days so far this year.

Most of Central Florida will be in the mid-90s on Wednesday with the heat index into the 100s, according to certified meteorologist Rusty McCranie.

McCranie said storms and showers are looking more likely for Wednesday afternoon. A chance for more rain arrives Thursday and lasts into the weekend.

How do you plan to beat the heat?

Many of our Channel 9 viewers said they plan to stay inside with the air conditioning. Others said they plan to go to the beach.

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It's going to be another hot and steamy day across Central Florida. How are you beating the heat? Get the latest weather near you here: https://www.wftv.com/weather

Posted by WFTV Channel 9 on Tuesday, June 19, 2018