Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 21 at 2:59PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 21, 2026 - 11:59am
Expires:
May 21, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 259 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Chiefland. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
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...
Chiefland, Bronson, Andrews, Manattee Road, and Fanning Springs.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Inland Levy
Forcast Office:
NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Sender: