Melbourne, FL – Residents should prepare for severe weather today as a potent storm system is forecasted to impact the region this afternoon. The National Weather Service in Melbourne, FL, reports that numerous thunderstorms, driven by a west coast sea breeze, will collide with an east coast sea breeze, increasing the likelihood of storms between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service, there is a 70% chance of thunderstorms, with gusty winds up to 50 mph expected. Lightning strikes will be frequent, and torrential downpours are likely. The storms could bring flooding to low-lying areas, and some locations might experience multiple rounds of severe weather.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor objects and avoid unnecessary travel during the storm. The Weather Service also warned of moderate rip currents at area beaches, making swimming potentially dangerous. The storm system is expected to move eastward or northeastward at 10 to 15 mph, bringing the risk of severe weather to other parts of Florida as well.
