TAMPA, Fla. — Some locations in the Tampa Bay area were at risk of seeing large hail from thunderstorms bubbling up Monday afternoon.
The last severe thunderstorm warning issued for eastern Citrus County expired at 6 p.m.
A thunderstorm watch was in place for much of the evening for DeSoto, Hardee, Highlands and Polk counties before expiring.
Some hail reports were received earlier in the day, according to the National Weather Service:
- Dime-sized hail in Lutz
- Nickel-sized hail near Wahneta
- Quarter-sized hail near Thonotosassa
Video captured in Hillsborough County caught some of the hailstones:
"People and animals outdoors will be injured," the weather service warned about some strong storms. "Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles."
