Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 6:24PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 3:24pm
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 623 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Poinciana, or near West Lake Toho, moving north at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Kissimmee, West Lake Toho, Intercession City, Buena Ventura Lakes,
and Poinciana.
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:
Orange; Osceola
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov