Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued February 28 at 4:32PM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
February 28, 2026 - 1:32pm
Expires:
February 28, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 431 PM EST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Okeechobee, moving east at 30 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...
Treasure Island, Okeechobee, Four Seasons Estates, Taylor Creek, and
Okee Tantie Recreation Area.
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; Inland St. Lucie; Inland Martin
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov