Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 4:12PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 5, 2025 - 1:12pm
Expires:
May 5, 2025 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 410 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Vero Beach Highland, or near Vero Beach South, moving northeast at 10
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...
Pointe West, Grovenor Estates, Queens Cove, Jaycee Beach, and Vero
Beach South.
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; Coastal St. Lucie
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL