Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 7:39PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 4:39pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 739 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles southwest of Santos, or 12 miles northwest of Wildwood, moving
north at 5 to 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts around 40 to 45 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central
Marion County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Central Marion; Western Marion
Forcast Office:
NWS Jacksonville FL
Sender: