Confirmed Tornado Uproots Trees, Scatters Debris in Ocala

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A confirmed tornado in central Florida uprooted trees and blocked roadways on Monday, April 20.

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a tornado warning for Marion County, including the city of Ocala, until 10.45 am Monday.

The NWS reported a confirmed tornado in Ocala with an estimated wind peak of 85 mph. The storm lifted a construction trailer and snapped numerous trees, according to the NWS.

This video, recorded by local resident Eddie Dixon, shows downed trees along the 475 county highway in Ocala around 11 am on Monday. Credit: Eddie Dixon via Storyful