ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida is bracing for a cold snap this weekend, the likes of which haven’t been seen in 16 years.
On Thursday, authorities issued an Extreme Cold Watch across much of the region, marking the first such alert in approximately 15 years. By Sunday morning, some areas could experience wind chills plummeting to a frigid 7 degrees.
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Here’s a detailed forecast broken down by county:
Orange County
Sunday morning promises to be particularly chilly, with temperatures expected to dip into the mid-20s, hovering between 23 to 26 degrees.
Osceola County
Conditions in Orange County, including Orlando and Kissimmee, will be quite similar. Residents should prepare for a cold start to the day, with early morning temperatures ranging from 23 to 26 degrees at sunrise.
Lake and Sumter counties
You’ll feel the cold just as much, if not more. Areas away from busy roads and city centers will feel colder, and strong northwest winds will make it feel even harsher. It’ll feel like the single digits.
Seminole County
Much like Orange County, Sunday morning will be cold, with temperatures settling into the low to mid-20s.
Marion County
This looks to be one of the coldest areas. Some spots could get into the teens.
Flagler, Volusia, and Brevard counties
Below-freezing temperatures are likely across the area. Most spots will fall between 20 and 28 degrees.
Polk County
Around Lakeland, temperatures will be near 25 degrees, and if you’re in a more rural area, it could be even colder.
This is a serious cold snap for Central Florida.
Take time now to prepare your family, pets, plants, and pipes before the cold sets in.
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