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NHC tracking tropical development off Florida · Storm chances high into July 4 · Flag story + Disney Dolphin fire · Invasive lizard · 95° 40% storms after 2 PM · 6 days to July 4
SUNDAY, JUNE 28 · ☀ 95° STORMS AFTER 2 PM · 6 DAYS TO JULY 4 · TROPICAL DEVELOPMENT WATCH
SUNDAY, JUNE 28, MMXXVI · WEST ORANGE CO., FL
Good Morning, Winter Garden
☀ 95° · Sunny Until 2 PM · 40% Storms After · 6 Days to July 4
Weather Alert Florida
The National Hurricane Center is tracking potential tropical development off Florida’s coast — with storm chances elevated into July 4th weekend.
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring potential tropical development off Florida’s coast, WFTV reports, as storm chances remain elevated into the July 4th holiday weekend. A separate WFTV forecast notes that rain and storms are expected to stay active through the holiday stretch. If you’re planning outdoor events — fireworks, cookouts, beach trips — keep a close eye on NHC updates at nhc.noaa.gov and your local NWS forecast through the week. Early mornings are likely the safest window for outdoor activities.
A Neighbor’s Flag Gift Inspires a Deltona Homeowner Ahead of the 250th.
A Deltona homeowner was inspired for America’s 250th after a neighbor quietly gifted them a new American flag, Fox 35 reports — a small, unrequested act of community spirit that lands especially well heading into July 4th week. Fox 35 →
Fire at Disney World’s Dolphin Hotel Forces Evacuation.
A fire at the Walt Disney World Dolphin hotel prompted an evacuation and restaurant closure, Fox 35 reports. The situation has since been addressed, but it’s worth noting for anyone with reservations or dining plans at the EPCOT-area resort. Fox 35 →
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Six days to America’s 250th. Here’s your week at a glance.
Tomorrow (Monday, June 30): Summer Flix: The Sandlot (PG) at 7 PM, Heritage Museum — an America 250 event. Wednesday, July 1: Team USA World Cup Watch Party at 8 PM in Horizon West. Friday, July 3: Fridays on the Plaza (8 AM–1 PM) and Red, White & Rum at Maya Speak Tiki (6:30 PM). Saturday, July 4: Farmers Market at 8 AM and America 250 celebrations throughout downtown. Keep an eye on the weather — storm chances remain elevated through the holiday weekend.
Mon: Sandlot 7 PM Wed: Team USA 8 PM Sat: July 4 🎆
☀ Today is the best day of the week. Storms climb to 70% Tue–Wed, then ease by July 4.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
Today is the week’s best day — sunny until 2 PM, then 40% storms. Monday hits 97° with a heat index of 106°. Tuesday brings 70% storm chances. Wednesday and Thursday ease back to 40%, which is the outlook heading into July 4 weekend. Watch NHC updates for any tropical impact.
More from West Orange and beyond.
An Invasive Bahamas Lizard Is Expanding Its Range into Central Florida.
Researchers say a lizard native to the Bahamas is now spreading further into Central Florida, Fox 35 reports. The invasive species joins a growing list of non-native fauna that have established footholds in Florida — worth knowing if you’re a gardener or pet owner who spends time outdoors. Fox 35 →
Orlando Magic Waive Jonathan Isaac.
The Orlando Magic have waived forward Jonathan Isaac, WFTV reports. The move ends Isaac’s nine-year tenure with the organization — a career marked as much by perseverance through injuries as by early promise. The Magic enter the offseason with roster decisions still ahead. WFTV Channel 9 →
A DeLand Animal Sanctuary Is Racing to Find a New Home for Dozens of Elderly Animals.
A DeLand animal sanctuary is urgently searching for a new location as dozens of elderly animals face displacement, WFTV reports. If you’re aware of available property or want to help, the organization is actively seeking community support to keep their animals in stable care. WFTV Channel 9 →
Summer Flix: The Sandlot — America 250 Event
7 PM · The Sandlot (PG) · Heritage Museum · Mon · 50% storms
Team USA World Cup Watch Party
8 PM · Horizon West · Wed
Fridays on the Plaza + Red, White & Rum
8 AM Plaza · 6:30 PM Maya Speak Tiki · Winter Garden · Fri
Independence Day — America’s 250th 🎆
Farmers Market 8 AM · America 250 Celebrations · Sat
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