1 thunderstorm wind, as filed by the National Weather Service.
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1 thunderstorm wind. Local standard time, as filed.
Downburst winds from a thunderstorm caused structural damage to several metal buildings and sheds along State Road 64 near the intersection of U.S. Highway 27 in Avon Park. The downburst winds blew from north northwest to south southeast which damaged several north facing roof overhangs and facades of commercial buildings along State Road 64.
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