ORLANDO, Fla. — Intense thunderstorms are moving across Central Florida.
There’s one final push of rain and thunder moving through Orlando, WFTV meteorologist George Waldenberger said.
Another wave of rain moving in to Orlando and the Orlando City soccer match from the west...a few strikes as well, so watch the lightning risk as these storms pass. pic.twitter.com/FQKm7jqyoA
— George Waldenberger (@GWaldenWFTV) June 23, 2021
As bedtime nears, lingering showers will gradually start breaking up until quiet conditions return by morning. More storms are expected to fire up Wednesday afternoon.
The storms could bring winds in excess of 40-50 mph and small hail to many parts of Central Florida.
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Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued in Seminole and Volusia counties.
Be ready as visibility drops quickly in heavy storms, like this one moving over I-95 in Volusia County. Headlights should go on (not flashers) when windshield wipers go on. pic.twitter.com/fAuZ9BVe1W
— George Waldenberger (@GWaldenWFTV) June 22, 2021
Waldenberger said lightning and minor pockets of street flooding will be the main threats to the area.
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“This evening, any leftover rain will gradually taper,” he said.
Those attending Tuesday evening’s Orlando City Soccer Club match will want to keep a poncho and umbrella handy as lingering showers will likely still be present during the 7:30 p.m. kickoff time.
Take you ponchos and your patience, could have some weather delays for tonight's match. @OrlandoCitySC @WFTV pic.twitter.com/rIaMxTpXlZ
— Tom Terry (@TTerryWFTV) June 22, 2021
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