Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 3:32PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 5, 2025 - 12:32pm
Expires:
May 5, 2025 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 331 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Pointe West, or near Vero Beach South, moving east at 15 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...
Vero Beach, Indian River Shores, Vero Beach South, Gifford, and
Winter Beach.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
east central Florida.
Area Description:
Coastal Indian River; Inland Indian River
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL