Powerful EF-1 tornado strikes near Ocala, according to NWS
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FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Allison Gargaro has the latest on the weather in Central Florida.
LAKE MARY, Fla. - A tornado touched down in Marion County on Sunday evening, according to the National Weather Service, leaving behind a small path of destruction.
The tornado, which was measured as an EF-1 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale, was reported around 7:20 p.m. west of Ocala near Interstate 75 and State Road 40 and traveled east for about two miles to an area near SW 7th St.and SW 9th Ave. It had estimated peak winds of 110 mph, and a width of a quarter-mile.
Heating up! 80s to stick around through next week
By Kristin Giannas
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Allison Gargaro has your forecast.
ORLANDO, Fla. - Central Florida is heating up for spring breakers this weekend.
If you plan to head to the beach, be sure to pack sunscreen and keep in mind there is a high risk of dangerous rip currents at all beaches through Saturday night. It is a NICE day to head to the beach. Highs right around 77 degrees along the coast, said FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Allison Gargaro. Be aware of the dangerous life- threatening rip currents and always swim near a lifeguard.
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