Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 8:09PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 5:09pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 809 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Fruitland Park to near Howey-In-the-hills
to 8 miles southwest of Groveland. Movement was northeast at 15 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...
Leesburg, Eustis, Tavares, Lady Lake, and Mount Dora.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
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:
Northern Lake County; Southern Lake County
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
Sender: