Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 2:28PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 11:28am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 227 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Osceola Heritage Park, or over Buena Ventura Lakes, moving northeast
at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Orlando, Kissimmee, Wedgefield, Buena Ventura Lakes, and East Lake
Toho.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Orange; Osceola
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
Sender: