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Intermittent showers on Wednesday across Central Florida; record rainfall near coast

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Sunshine State did not live up to its nickname on Wednesday, after a Gulf low-pressure system has produced on and off showers all day. Forecasts were spot on, signaling the most persistent showers to be along the eastern coast of Florida.

Rainfall amounts generally between 1 to 2 inches with higher amounts along the coast, which led to minor flooding.

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"For some folks at the coast, this is the most rain they've received since Hurricane Matthew since last October," said certified chief meteorologist Tom Terry.

As expected there was no severe weather recorded, just gusty winds. Cocoa Beach registered a peak wind gust at 37 mph.

The rainy and cloudy periods have led to a beautiful sunset and rainbow scenery Wednesday.

Showers will be gradually diminishing after Wednesday, a few scattered very light showers on Thursday morning, leading the way to a partly sunny afternoon with still above average temperatures, but much lower humidity.

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