ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida is bracing for another stretch of stormy afternoons this week, with widespread thunderstorms forecast to bring 2–4 inches of rain daily, gusty winds, and frequent lightning across Orlando, Melbourne, Daytona Beach, and Vero Beach, according to the National Weather Service in Melbourne.
Daily Storms With Heavy Rain
Forecasters warned that storms will be slow-moving, increasing the risk of localized flooding in urban and low-lying areas.
“Localized rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches daily are possible, with some areas seeing even higher amounts,” meteorologists said.
Storm hazards include gusty winds up to 45 mph and frequent cloud-to-ground lightning, both of which could cause travel delays and dangerous outdoor conditions.
Travel and Safety Concerns
The storms are expected to peak in the late afternoon and evening hours, hitting major corridors such as I-4 through Orlando and U.S. 1 near the Space Coast…