Tornado Damages Homes in Melbourne
Summary:
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is currently monitoring two weather disturbances, Invest 95L in the Atlantic Ocean, which has the potential to become the next named storm of the season, and Invest 94L in the west-central Caribbean Sea. Meanwhile, a tornado caused significant damage in Melbourne, Florida, on Thursday evening, affecting several homes and infrastructure. Photos from Melbourne Mayor Paul Alfrey show widespread debris and damage, including nearly half a roof torn off a home near Sarno Road. The National Weather Service had issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the area, and the tornado reportedly touched down between 5:49 p.m. and 5:57 p.m., crossing Aurora and Crofton Roads. The extent of injuries, if any, remains unclear.