Tornado watch issued for Collier, Lee

A tornado watch was posted through late this afternoon for much of Florida, including Collier and Lee counties.

The National Weather Service said ingredients are in place in the atmosphere to produce tornadoes. Forecasters said strong winds and heavy rainfall also are possible.

Any tornadoes that form will be fast-moving, the weather service said.

The tornado watch was posted through 5 p.m.

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