Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 5:47AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 31, 2025 - 2:47am
Expires:
May 31, 2025 - 3:15am
Description:
At 547 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Tavares, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size 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...
Apopka, Altamonte Springs, Ocoee, Winter Garden, and Eustis.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Northern Lake County; Orange; Seminole; Southern Lake County
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL