The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Tornado Watch until 5 PM for multiple counties in Florida on Wednesday.
In Florida, the following counties are included in the watch:
- Sumter County
- Levy County
- Citrus County
- Hernando County
- Pasco County
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF:
BEVERLY HILLS, BRONSON, BROOKSVILLE, BUSHNELL, CEDAR KEY, CHIEFLAND, CITRUS SPRINGS, DADE CITY, FANNING SPRINGS, FLORAL CITY, HERNANDO, HOLIDAY, HOMOSASSA SPRINGS, HUDSON, INVERNESS, JASMINE ESTATES, LAKE PANASOFFKEE, LAND O LAKES, LECANTO, NEW PORT RICHEY, SPRING HILL, THE VILLAGES, WILDWOOD, WILLISTON, AND ZEPHYRHILLS.
Southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected.
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Gusty southwest winds will set out ahead of the line of showers and thunderstorms that will be moving across the region on Wednesday.
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
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