Heavy to severe thunderstorms could bring wind gusts exceeding 50 mph to metro Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. — Update:

Heavy to severe thunderstorms were moving east, approaching metro Orlando on Monday afternoon.

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The following areas will be affected by the storms: the attractions, Interstate 4 and eventually the coast.

Storms will be in the area through 2 p.m.

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Wind gusts are expected to exceed 50 mph, and there will be lightning throughout the area.

Chief meteorologist Tom Terry is in Severe Weather Center 9, monitoring the storms.

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After a hot and stormy weekend, Central Florida will be a bit cooler Monday.

The slight cooldown will be due to increased rain and storm activity.

Forecast data shows scattered showers and storms will start early Monday.

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Daytime high temperatures will hit the upper 80s and low 90s.

Heat index values will peak near 100 to 102 degrees.

As of Monday morning, there are no heat advisories for Central Florida.

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Parts of South Florida will still be dealing with dangerous heat Monday.

The next few days will see high temperatures in the upper 80s and a 50% chance of afternoon storms.

Follow our Severe Weather team on Twitter for live updates:

• Chief meteorologist Tom Terry
• Kassandra Crimi
• George Waldenberger
• Brian Shields

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