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<\/p>\nCENTRAL FLORIDA \u2014 We are tracking another heat wave, with afternoon highs ranging from the low to mid-90s. The heat index will be around 100\u00b0 in the afternoon.<\/p>\n
The heat and humidity will, of course, lead to scattered rain and thunderstorm chances during the afternoon and evening.<\/p>\n
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Heat wave and thunderstorms may delay fireworks in Central Florida We are tracking another heat wave, with afternoon highs ranging from the low to mid-90s. The heat index will be around 100\u00b0 in the afternoon. <\/p>\n
Most of the storms will occur before sunset, not interfering with fireworks times.<\/p>\n
However, some areas could have this rain last until 9:00 or 10:00 p.m., delaying the fireworks for some.<\/p>\n
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Heat wave and thunderstorms may delay fireworks in Central Florida We are tracking another heat wave, with afternoon highs ranging from the low to mid-90s. The heat index will be around 100\u00b0 in the afternoon. <\/p>\n
The most likely locations for the later rain showers appear to be southern Brevard and Osceola counties. That said, remember that they could happen anywhere in central Florida.<\/p>\n
Heavy rain is the biggest threat. We could see up to 3 inches of rain for some between this afternoon and evening.<\/p>\n
Thunderstorms could also produce wind gusts up to 50 mph and frequent lightning.<\/p>\n
Frequent lightning will be the biggest issue for the early-evening storms.<\/p>\n
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Heat wave and thunderstorms may delay fireworks in Central Florida We are tracking another heat wave, with afternoon highs ranging from the low to mid-90s. The heat index will be around 100\u00b0 in the afternoon. <\/p>\n
If you see a storm in your area during the afternoon or early evening, the chances of rain later will decrease. This is because the storms developing today are being fed by the heat and humidity that will build up over the next few hours. <\/p>\n
Once that energy is gone, it cannot be reused. That\u2019s just something to keep in mind if you are making last-minute plans for fireworks.<\/p>\n
These heat conditions and rain chances will hang on for the next few days.<\/p>\n
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