Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 14 at 6:37PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 14, 2026 - 3:37pm
Expires:
September 14, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 637 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Basinger. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Basinger and Kissimmee Prairie Preserve.
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.
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
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov