Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 11 at 7:43PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 11, 2026 - 4:43pm
Expires:
May 11, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 743 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles north of Blue Cypress Lake, moving east at 10 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...
Palm Bay, Fellsmere, Barefoot Bay, Blue Cypress Lake, and Micco.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Seek
safe shelter inside a sturdy building or hard-topped vehicle.
Remember, lightning can strike beyond 10 miles away from a
thunderstorm. When thunder roars, go indoors!
Area Description:
Inland Indian River; Inland Southern Brevard; Mainland Southern Brevard
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
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