Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued February 28 at 2:36PM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
February 28, 2026 - 11:36am
Expires:
February 28, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 236 PM EST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Fort Drum, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Fellsmere, Fort Drum, Pointe West, and Vero Lake Estates.
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:
Okeechobee; Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Inland Indian River; Inland St. Lucie
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov