Lightning struck close to a woman standing in shallow water in Ormond by the Sea, resulting in injuries.
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Lightning struck close to a woman standing in shallow water in Ormond by the Sea, resulting in injuries.
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NWS Melbourne, FL wrote its last area forecast discussion before the first event at Jul 22, 3:12 PM EST, 18 minutes earlier.
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Melbourne FL 412 PM EDT Sat Jul 22 2017 .DISCUSSION... Thru Tonight...early start to the convection today as the west coast sea breeze pushed quickly across the peninsula from the Gulf coast in deep layer SW flow. Collision occurring along the east coast sea breeze late this aftn zippering down the coast and producing the strongest storms of the day. Storminess along the coast will transition into a debris rain next couple hours similar to what is occurring over the interior. Expect much of the precipitation to be over by 00Z (8 pm) but will hold onto a slight chance into the mid evening. Do not expect much clearing over the interior the remainder of the aftn as cirrus blowoff is toward the west. This should limit any reheating and redevelopment potential over the interior. GFS appears too aggressive with convection redeveloping overnight across the south. Think the HRRR and local WRF have a better solution showing convection developing over the Gulf stream and not over land. Sun...The low-level Atlantic ridge axis will begin to lift north from south Florida. A weak trough aloft across the region with 500 mb temperatures of -7C/-8C will combine with some sfc heating to provide ample afternoon destabilization. However, forecast model soundings show there may be more cloudiness than today. Storm motion will continue from the SW or W favoring the east side of the peninsula for rain/storms. Looks like another early start to the convection especially across the north (Lake county). High temperatures generally in the lower 90s. Mon-Fri (previous)...The low-level ridge axis remains forecast to linger between the central/south-central FL peninsula, perhaps being nudged even further southward late in the week. The mid- level weak troughiness will flatten out through Tue night, but will gradually be replaced once again with a weak troughy mid- level pattern across the southeast U.S. and north FL from mid into late week. Our pattern of cooler mid-level temperatures will begin to warm from mid-week into the late extended period. PWAT values remain consistent with a summer-time pattern, perhaps a bit more moist northward, and will occasionally decrease from 1.80-2.00 inches to 1.60-1.80 inches at times. Having said all of that, believe that "high-end" SCT afternoon/evening shra/tsra wording continues to look appropriate for this time period. Storm steering flow appears to remain light SWRLY/WRLY, but will also appear chaotic at times due to stronger afternoon/evening boundary collisions. Near seasonal temps in the M70s for lows and highs in the L-M90s expected. && .AVIATION...Numerous showers/thunderstorms producing gusty winds between 30-40 kt and IFR/MVFR ceilings/visibilities moving steadily across east central Florida this afternoon into early evening. Thunderstorm activity winding down over the interior terminals transitioning into a more light rain type event through 22Z. Sea breeze collision just inland from the coastal terminals (MLB/VRB/FPR) will produce potential for wind gusts 35 to 45 knots through 22Z, then gradually diminish. VFR should then prevail from late evening through early Sunday afternoon. && .MARINE... Tonight/Sun...Surface high pressure ridge axis should begin to lift northward from south Florida. This will continue a light south to southwest flow and produce favorable boating conds with a small swell the primary contribution to wave height. An SE sea breeze will develop during the afternoon. Seas 1-2 feet, occasionally 3 feet well offshore. Mon-Wed (previous)...The low-level ridge axis remains stationed between the central/south-central FL peninsula during this time. Expect gentle to moderate breezes ranging from S/SE during the day to S/SW overnight. Seas AOB 2FT near shore and 2-3FT offshore (up to 4FT in the Gulf Stream). Biggest threat to mariners will be from night/morning Gulf Stream convection and late morning/afternoon- early evening convection along the east coast intracoastal/near shore Atlantic waters. && .PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS... DAB 92 74 91 74 / 70 20 50 30 MCO 92 74 91 75 / 70 20 50 20 MLB 91 74 90 75 / 70 20 50 30 VRB 91 74 91 74 / 70 20 50 30 LEE 91 76 91 76 / 70 20 50 20 SFB 92 75 91 76 / 70 20 50 20 ORL 91 75 91 76 / 70 20 50 20 FPR 91 73 91 73 / 60 20 50 30 && .MLB WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... FL...None. AM...None. && Forecasts...Kelly Impact Weather/Radar...Spratt/Weitlich Aviation/Radar...Combs
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Melbourne FL 1150 AM EDT Sat Jul 22 2017 AMZ550-552-555-570-572-575-FLZ041-044>047-053-054-058-059-064-141- 144-147-230000- Flagler Beach to Volusia-Brevard County Line 0-20 nm-Volusia- Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet 0-20 nm- Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 0-20 nm-Flagler Beach to Volusia- Brevard County Line 20-60 nm-Volusia- Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet 20-60 nm- Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 20-60 nm-Inland Volusia County- Northern Lake County-Orange-Seminole-Southern Brevard County- Osceola-Indian River-Okeechobee-St. Lucie-Martin- Coastal Volusia County-Southern Lake County- Northern Brevard County- 1150 AM EDT Sat Jul 22 2017 THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA. .DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT. .THUNDERSTORM IMPACT... Numerous lighting storms will develop over east central Florida this afternoon as storms move in from the west and collide with the east coast sea breeze. Weak steering level winds out of the southwest will lead to slow storm movement and the chance of locally heavy rain and frequent cloud to ground lightning. The activity will continue over the Atlantic waters into early evening. A few strong storms are expected especially where boundary collisions occur, containing wind gusts up to 50 mph, small hail and frequent to excessive lightning strikes. .FLOOD IMPACT... Locally heavy rainfall accumulating up to 4 inches will cause standing water on some roads and low lying areas. Areas that have seen multiple rounds of heavy rain over the past several days will be most vulnerable to flooding. .MARINE THUNDERSTORM GUST IMPACT... Scattered to numerous lightning storms are expected to impact the inland lakes this afternoon followed by the intracoastal and near shore Atlantic waters as storms move in from the west and southwest. Gusty winds exceeding 35 knots and frequent lightning strikes are the main hazards. Boaters are reminded that sudden changes in wind speed and direction can occur well ahead of the heaviest rain from a lightning storm. Seek safe harbor in advance of storms. .RIVER FLOOD IMPACT... Due to recent heavy rain, Shingle Creek at Campbell has risen to within one foot of flood stage. Additional heavy rain in the immediate area today may cause an additional rise of the creek. Residents near Shingle Creek in Campbell City, Poinciana and Intercession City should remain alert to changes in the creek level and listen to advice from local authorities. .RIP CURRENT IMPACT... A small east swell will produce a Moderate Risk of rip currents at the beaches of east central Florida this afternoon. Always swim within sight of a lifeguard. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SUNDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. Scattered lightning storms are expected each afternoon well into next week. The primary threats will be dangerous cloud to ground lightning and gusty winds. Slow moving storms will also produce very heavy rains resulting in temporary flooding of some roads and poor drainage areas. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotters are requested to monitor the weather and self activate if needed. Kelly/Pendergrast
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MELBOURNE FL
258 PM EDT SAT JUL 22 2017
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0250 PM TSTM WND GST 4 NW HAULOVER CANAL 28.78N 80.80W
07/22/2017 M43 MPH BREVARD FL OTHER FEDERAL
USAF TOWER KSC-0421 MEASURED WIND GUST OF 37KT/43MPH FROM
W
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JRSSpecial Weather Statement
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
302 PM EDT SAT JUL 22 2017
FLZ045-047-053-054-058-147-222000-
Southern Brevard County FL-Okeechobee FL-Osceola FL-
Northern Brevard County FL-Orange FL-Indian River FL-
302 PM EDT SAT JUL 22 2017
...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTH CENTRAL OKEECHOBEE...INDIAN
RIVER...BREVARD...SOUTHEASTERN ORANGE AND EASTERN OSCEOLA COUNTIES
UNTIL 400 PM EDT...
At 300 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms near
Kenansville extending through southeastern Orange county, moving
east at 10 mph. Additional strong storms may develop across Brevard
and Indian River county.
Wind gusts up to 50 mph will be possible with these storms.
Locations impacted include...
Palm Bay, Melbourne, Rockledge, Sebastian and Cocoa.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Torrential rainfall is also occurring, and may lead to localized
flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
&&
LAT...LON 2756 8029 2756 8107 2843 8109 2843 8055
2841 8054 2834 8057 2813 8054 2775 8035
TIME...MOT...LOC 1900Z 260DEG 9KT 2785 8091
CombsPRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MELBOURNE FL
340 PM EDT SAT JUL 22 2017
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0338 PM TSTM WND GST MELBOURNE AIRPORT 28.10N 80.64W
07/22/2017 M43 MPH BREVARD FL ASOS
ASOS MEASURED WIND GUST OF 37KT/43MPH FROM WSW
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JRSPRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MELBOURNE FL
341 PM EDT SAT JUL 22 2017
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0339 PM TSTM WND GST MELBOURNE AIRPORT 28.10N 80.64W
07/22/2017 M48 MPH BREVARD FL ASOS
ASOS MEASURED WIND GUST OF 42KT/48MPH FROM W
&&
JRSPRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MELBOURNE FL
410 PM EDT SAT JUL 22 2017
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0335 PM TSTM WND GST 5 W SATELLITE BEACH 28.17N 80.69W
07/22/2017 M52 MPH BREVARD FL MESONET
WEATHER UNDERGROUND SITE MEASURED WIND GUST OF 45KT/52MPH
FROM W
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JRSThe Jacksonville radar (KJAX), 133 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 20:30 UTC.
1 lightning. Local standard time, as filed.
A 31-year old female kayaker was standing in a shallow area of the Halifax River near High Bridge Road in Ormond-by-the-Sea when lightning struck close by, resulting in injuries. The woman was conscious and talking when a Sheriff deputy arrived and she was transported to a nearby hospital.
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