Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Marion and Putnam Counties in Florida

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northeastern Marion County in northern Florida and central Putnam County in northeastern Florida. The warning was issued at 6:39 PM EDT on March 15.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following geographic regions in Florida:

• Northeastern Marion County
• Central Putnam County

Specific locations expected to be impacted include Interlachen, Pomona Park, Fort McCoy, Salt Springs, Lake Delancy, Sparr, Fruitland, Orange Springs, Hollister, and Satsuma.

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 potential injury from falling trees or flying debris.

Expected Conditions

At 6:38 PM EDT, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm located over Fort McCoy, moving northeast at 20 mph. The storm is capable of producing the following hazards:

• Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph.
• Hail: Quarter-size hail (1.00 inch).

According to the National Weather Service, hail damage to vehicles is expected. Residents should also expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Timeline

The alert is effective immediately as of 6:39 PM EDT and is scheduled to expire at 7:15 PM EDT on March 15, 2026.