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Residents praise Seminole County crews after tornado levels parts of Lake Mary

Community testimony on local tornado response · March 6, 2026
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Summary

Residents and a responding staff member described a tornado that struck Lake Mary, Seminole County, noting widespread damage and weeks-long debris removal; speakers credited Seminole County fire, sheriff, emergency management and roads crews for rapid response and ongoing recovery.

Residents and local responders described a tornado that struck Lake Mary in Seminole County and praised county crews for a rapid response and sustained cleanup efforts.

A resident (S1) opened by warning, "This is a very serious situation. This is a real live tornado," and said they saw debris flying along a path "going right down Lake Mary Boulevard." Another resident (S2) said they watched news showing a touchdown and debris on I-4 and then drove toward the affected area.

Why it matters: witnesses and on-scene personnel said the storm caused significant property damage and blocked roads, prompting a multi-agency response that residents say reduced…

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