Weather alert day: Severe thunderstorm watch issued; wind gusts could reach 60 mph

ORLANDO, Fla. — Be ready for another active weather day Thursday.

Channel 9 meteorologist Tom Terry said thunderstorms are moving east at 30 mph.

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He said the intensifying storms will approach the east coast by the evening commute.

“Gusty winds over 60 mph and hail are the prospects,” Terry said.

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A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for most of Central Florida through 9 p.m.

Some of the storms rolling in this afternoon may be strong to severe with gusty winds and small hail, particularly along the east coast of Central Florida.

Orlando International Airport said the severe weather could affect airline operations, including flight delays or cancellations and baggage delivery delays. The airport advises that travelers contact the airline they are flying on for updates.

The storms are forecast to return on Friday before a strong cold front moves in on Saturday.

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The cold front will bring another round of storms and gusty winds and drop temperature with morning lows on Sunday in the 30s.

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