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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tA tornado watch has been issued for Central Florida until 6 p.m. Saturday as a front moves in, bringing a threat for severe weather. Orlando International Airport (MCO) at noon issued a ground stop for several hours and advised of delays because of the weather. “Due to weather conditions in the area, airline operations may be affected – flight\/baggage delivery delays may occur. Please check with your airline directly for any updates regarding their operations,” MCO said on X. Beginning at 1 p.m., the First Weather Warning Team is calling for Impact Weather.RadarSevere Weather AlertsScattered heavy downpours will move in from the West, bringing gusty winds and a threat of thunder and lightning.A wind advisory is in place from 10 a.m. this morning for Volusia, Lake, Orange, Seminole, and Brevard Counties until 6 p.m. for gusts up to 40 mph ahead of the cold front.Active alertsTornado watch issued for Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia counties. Wind advisory issued for Volusia, Lake, Seminole, Orange, Osceola and Brevard counties.Our team will be watching for a low threat of hail and tornadoes as the cold front approaches.Looking aheadBy Sunday, temperatures will drop with a couple of shower chances forecasted for the morning before drier conditions move in for the afternoon.Stay with WESH 2 online and on-air for the most accurate Central Florida weather forecast.RadarSevere Weather AlertsDownload the WESH 2 News app to get the most up-to-date weather alerts.The First Warning Weather team includes First Warning Chief Meteorologist Tony Mainolfi, Eric Burris, Marquise Meda, Cam Tran and Victoria Wisniewski.What is Impact Weather?Impact Weather suggests weather conditions could be disruptive or a nuisance for travel and day-to-day activities.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

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A tornado watch has been issued for Central Florida until 6 p.m. Saturday as a front moves in, bringing a threat for severe weather. <\/p>\n

Orlando International Airport (MCO) at noon issued a ground stop for several hours and advised of delays because of the weather. <\/p>\n

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“Due to weather conditions in the area, airline operations may be affected – flight\/baggage delivery delays may occur. Please check with your airline directly for any updates regarding their operations,” MCO said on X. <\/p>\n

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Beginning at 1 p.m., the First Weather Warning Team is calling for Impact Weather<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Scattered heavy downpours will move in from the West, bringing gusty winds and a threat of thunder and lightning.<\/p>\n

A wind advisory is in place from 10 a.m. this morning for Volusia, Lake, Orange, Seminole, and Brevard Counties until 6 p.m. for gusts up to 40 mph ahead of the cold front.<\/p>\n

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Weather Alert ⛈️ Due to weather conditions in the area, airline operations may be affected – flight\/baggage delivery delays may occur. Please check with your airline directly for any updates regarding their operations. For airport status, visit: https:\/\/t.co\/vm0yMYHkcv<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Orlando International Airport (@MCO) May 2, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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  • Tornado watch<\/strong> issued for Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia counties. <\/li>\n
  • Wind advisory <\/strong>issued for Volusia, Lake, Seminole, Orange, Osceola and Brevard counties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Our team will be watching for a low threat of hail and tornadoes as the cold front approaches.<\/p>\n

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    Here’s a look at our Satellite loop to help you plan your morning. Showers and storms are expected to move in by early afternoon and s few may become strong to severe! Stay with @WESH<\/a> for updates. #weshwx<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/6bdXRxk8Sn<\/a><\/p>\n

    \u2014 Tony Mainolfi (@TMainolfiWESH) May 2, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Looking ahead<\/h2>\n

    By Sunday, temperatures will drop with a couple of shower chances forecasted for the morning before drier conditions move in for the afternoon.<\/p>\n

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    Stay with WESH 2 online and on-air for the most accurate Central Florida weather forecast.<\/p>\n

    Download the WESH 2 News app<\/u><\/a> to get the most up-to-date weather alerts.<\/p>\n

    The First Warning Weather team includes First Warning Chief Meteorologist Tony Mainolfi<\/u><\/a>, Eric Burris<\/u><\/a>, Marquise Meda<\/u><\/a>, Cam Tran<\/u><\/a> and Victoria Wisniewski<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

    What is Impact Weather?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Impact Weather suggests weather conditions could be disruptive or a nuisance for travel and day-to-day activities. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n