Special Weather Statement Issued for Central Brevard County Until 5:30 p.m.

By  //  May 31, 2026

capable of producing wind gusts up to 50 mph

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA — The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for portions of central Brevard County, including Port St. John, Sharpes, and Cocoa, through 5:30 p.m. EDT Sunday.

According to the statement, a strong thunderstorm moving through the area is capable of producing wind gusts up to 50 mph.

While hail is not expected, the gusty winds could blow around unsecured outdoor objects, down small tree limbs, and create hazardous conditions for motorists.

Residents in the affected areas are encouraged to take precautions and seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.

The weather statement covers communities from western Brevard County eastward toward the Space Coast, including portions of the Port St. John, Sharpes, and Cocoa areas.

Officials remind residents to monitor local weather conditions and be prepared for rapidly changing weather as thunderstorms continue to develop across the region.