Severe Thunderstorms Strike East Central Florida – Hail, 60 MPH Winds, and Dangerous Lightning Reported

Credit: NWS Melbourne

Staff Reporter  | iSkyNews.com (ISC News)

Published May 24th, 2025

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East Central Florida – May 24, 2025 — A line of strong to severe thunderstorms is currently sweeping across East Central Florida this evening, bringing with it a dangerous mix of hail, high winds, and intense lightning.

According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, the storms began developing earlier in the afternoon and have since intensified. Areas currently impacted include Orlando, Sanford, Kissimmee, Titusville, Melbourne, Vero Beach, Ft. Pierce, and surrounding communities. The region is under highest threat coverage as the storm system continues to move eastward.

Key Hazards Identified:

• 🌪️ Gusty winds between 40–60 MPH, capable of downing tree limbs and power lines
• 🧊 Hail up to 2 inches in diameter, posing risks to vehicles and outdoor property
• ⚡ Frequent and vivid cloud-to-ground lightning, which can be deadly
• 🌪️ Very low tornado potential, though conditions may evolve rapidly

The storms have already prompted numerous reports of hail, blinding rain, and lightning strikes, with emergency officials warning residents to take cover indoors immediately and avoid unnecessary travel.

“Even without a tornado warning, storms like these can be extremely dangerous,” meteorologists at NWS Melbourne cautioned. “Lightning is a leading weather-related killer in Florida—seek shelter at the first sign of a storm.”

Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution, as sudden wind gusts and poor visibility could make driving hazardous. Residents should remain indoors until the storms pass and continue to monitor weather alerts from official channels.

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