A confirmed tornado touched down in Seminole County Monday morning, causing significant damage in Longwood and Lake Mary, officials reported.
The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed the tornado touched down around 9:40 a.m., moving northeast at 30 mph. Residents were warned of dangerous flying debris and urged to seek shelter.
In Lake Mary, a terrifying scene unfolded as a tractor-trailer was overturned near Lake Emma Road and Commerce Street.
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In Longwood, the Seminole County Fire Department reported a home collapse on the 2100 block of Blue Iris. Fortunately, the two occupants of the home were uninjured.
“We are evaluating the rest of the area and have established a Unified Command in conjunction with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management,” SCFD said in a statement to WKMG.
Additional damage was reported in Longwood, with a structure demolished and downed trees littering the area. Downed trees and debris were widespread across the region, blocking roads and causing travel disruptions.
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Tornado warnings were issued throughout the morning across multiple counties, including Sumter and Volusia, before the final warning expired at 10:45 a.m. Authorities are continuing to assess the full extent of the damage.
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