Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 6:38PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2024 - 3:38pm
Expires:
September 19, 2024 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 637 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Harmony, or 9 miles north of Holopaw, moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern
Osceola County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or hard-topped vehicle. Remember, when
thunder roars, go indoors!
Area Description:
Osceola
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL