Tornado strikes FOX 35 Orlando studio during live broadcast, Florida
A tornado struck Seminole County, Florida, at approximately 09:30 EDT on March 10, 2025, impacting the FOX 35 News studio in Lake Mary during a live broadcast. The radar-confirmed tornado, estimated to be an EF-0 or brief EF-1, crossed Interstate 4 near the Lake Mary exit, causing structural damage and overturning vehicles.
During a live broadcast, meteorologist Brooks Garner was tracking the tornado warning for Seminole and Volusia counties when the tornado passed over the FOX 35 News studio. Garner reported feeling the building shake as the tornado struck the roof and confirmed the tornado as it moved through the area.
“This is a very rare event,” Garner said. “We were able to confirm the tornado as it hit our station.”
The tornado traveled from Lake Mary to Sanford, leaving damage along its path. A home in Longwood collapsed, and fallen trees and power lines led emergency management officials to advise residents to stay indoors.
Despite the structural damage reported in several locations, no injuries were confirmed.
Authorities urged residents to remain cautious due to potential hazards from downed power lines and fallen trees.
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1 Florida tornado hits FOX 35 Orlando TV station during live morning show – FOX Weather – March 10, 2025
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