Severe thunderstorms moved across Brevard, Osceola, and Orange counties on June 24, 2026, prompting the National Weather Service in Melbourne to issue multiple severe thunderstorm warnings. The storms, which began affecting areas like Kissimmee, Cocoa, and Rockledge in the early afternoon, are expected to bring damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain through the evening. The NWS reported the greatest risk for severe weather between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m., with a brief tornado possibility not ruled out.
The National Weather Service issued specific warnings for several areas. A severe thunderstorm warning was active for Merritt Island, Rockledge, and Cocoa until 2:45 p.m., while Titusville, Port Saint John, and Sharpes received a special weather statement until 2:30 p.m. Additional warnings were issued for Viera, Suntree, and Pineda at 2:43 p.m. Forecasters highlighted threats including wind gusts up to 60 mph, hail up to one inch in diameter, frequent lightning, and heavy rainfall of one to three inches.
Residents in coastal Brevard County were particularly urged to prepare for flooding risks as storms moved south-southeast toward northern Melbourne. The NWS noted that the storm cells were propagating rapidly, with localized impacts expected in the coming hours. Emergency management officials in the affected counties advised residents to stay indoors, avoid flooded roads, and keep emergency kits ready.
The National Weather Service continued monitoring the storm system throughout the afternoon, with updates posted to its live blog. Forecasters emphasized that while the storms were expected to weaken by late evening, the potential for scattered thunderstorms remains through the overnight hours. Local meteorologists urged residents to stay tuned to weather alerts and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve.