Orlando weather: Heat and sunshine dominates as rain chances return to Central Florida

Hot high pressure is in control of the local forecast. This means sizzling Summer heat with highs hitting in the mid-upper 90s, factor in humidity and that puts the "feels like" temps or heat index in the 102-107 degree range. Sunshine dominates with a slight increase in afternoon clouds.

Explosion destroys Ocala restaurant
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An explosion at an Ocala restaurant shut down roads for hours Friday night

Heavy flooding trapping some Ocala residents
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Torrential rain in Ocala has forced some residents to move after a massive hole opened in a backyard, while others have been trapped as driveways are flooded

Orlando weather: Storms return on Thursday across Central Florida

The stormy weather pattern will continue on Thursday. Showers and storms will once again get off to an early start in northern counties, and then over Orlando by the afternoon and into the evening. Heavy rain, lightning, flooding, and very gusty winds will accompany the stronger storms.

Massive hole opens inches away from home
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An Ocala home had to be evacuated after a 30-foot hole opened up following heavy rain that hit the Cental Florida area

I-75 in Florida reopens nearly 15 hours following crash with chemical spill

Interstate 75 in Florida was closed for over 14 hours on Tuesday following a crash and chemical spill that occurred earlier in the morning, authorities said.

Ocala slammed by torrential rain, flash floods possible

A flash flood warning continues in Ocala until 1 p.m. as heavy rains continue to slam the area, the National Weather Service said. 

Flooding in Ocala leaves park underwater
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Tuscawilla Park is experiencing flooding amid torrential downpour in the Ocala area Tuscawilla Park is experiencing flooding amid torrential downpour in the Ocala area (Video: Ocala Fire Rescue)

Orlando weather forecast: Strong, severe storms bring gusty winds, heavy rain to Central Florida

Saturday is a FOX 35 Storm Alert Day as strong to severe storms are expected across Central Florida throughout the day. The storms could bring heavy rain, gusty winds, even hail to some parts of the Orlando metro. Here is the latest weather forecast and timeline of when storms could arrive.

Teen trapped underneath tree rescued
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A teen was rescued after a tree fell onto a home in Ocala Friday morning

Child trapped under storm debris in Ocala
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A child was rescued after getting trapped underneath storm debris in Ocala early Friday morning.

Ocala couple beats burglar with club
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An Ocala couple beat down a burglar who broke into their home after kicking down the door.