Florida Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/02/2026 12:47

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 2 at 3:47PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 2, 2026 - 12:47pm
Expires: 
May 2, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description: 
At 347 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Four Corners to Auburndale to near Plant City. Movement was east at 40 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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, Saint Cloud, Bay Lake, and Celebration.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 600 PM EDT for east central Florida.
Area Description: 
Orange; Osceola; Southern Lake County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Melbourne FL