Severe Storms Cause Damage and Closures in Marion, Sumter, and Citrus Counties

Tornado watches have been issued in Central Florida as the region faces a severe weather threat, including damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. Multiple tornado warnings were issued overnight but have since expired. The atmosphere is becoming increasingly unstable, raising the risk of severe weather features. Another round of severe weather is expected later in the day, with the biggest threat being damaging winds and tornadoes. The stormy pattern is forecasted to continue through Saturday, with a cold front bringing drier and cooler air over the weekend.