ORLANDO, Fla. – After days of heavy rain, more rounds of storms are expected Tuesday across Central Florida, increasing the threat for localized flooding.
All of Central Florida remains under a Marginal Risk (Level 1/5) of Excessive Rainfall through Wednesday, with multiple counties at risk for tropical downpours that could quickly overwhelm already saturated ground.
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Here’s what to expect county-by-county:
Flagler, Volusia & Seminole counties
- Timing: 2 PM–9 PM
- What to Expect: Tropical downpours capable of dropping 2–4 inches of rain through the evening.
- Flooding Risk: High
Orange, Osceola & Brevard counties
- Timing: 5 PM – 9 PM
- What to Expect: Heavy storms move in later Tuesday evening, with widespread downpours and the potential for 2–4 inches of rain. Slow-moving storms could cause water to quickly back up in flood-prone areas.
- Flooding Risk: High
Marion, Lake & Sumter counties
- Timing: 1 PM – 5 PM
- What to Expect: Storms are expected to develop earlier in the day. Rain totals may range from 0.5 to 1 inch, which is lower than elsewhere, but brief ponding on roads is still possible.
- Flooding Risk: Low
What You Can Do
- Place sandbags near doors and low-lying entry points.
- Clear out storm drains and gutters around your property and neighborhood. Leaves, trash, and debris can block water flow and make flooding worse.
- Stay weather-aware, especially during your commute home. Remember to never drive through flooded roadways.
Looking Ahead
Relief is on the way. Drier air is expected to settle in by the weekend, bringing a break from the daily storms and delivering some of the most comfortable weather Central Florida has seen in months.