Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Florida Counties Until 6:15 PM
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Brevard, Orange, Seminole, and Volusia counties due to 60 mph wind gusts.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Melbourne has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning (NWS/NOAA alert type SVW). This alert is effective immediately as of 5:41 PM EDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in east central Florida:
- Eastern Seminole County
- Northwestern Brevard County
- East central Orange County
- Southeastern Volusia County
Specific locations expected to be impacted include Oak Hill, Geneva, Scottsmoor, Mims, and Chuluota.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should seek shelter immediately to avoid hazards from wind and potential debris.
Expected Conditions
At 5:41 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles east of Chuluota, moving north at 45 mph.
- Wind: 60 mph wind gusts are expected. Radar indicates a threat of damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hail: Radar indicates a hail threat with a maximum size of up to .75 inches.
Timeline
The alert was issued at 5:41 PM EDT on March 15, 2026, and is scheduled to expire at 6:15 PM EDT on the same day.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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