Thunderstorm Wind — Marion, Florida

2025-05-29 · near Ocala Arpt, Marion, Florida

Direct deaths

52 EG

Magnitude

Event narrative

Marion County Emergency Management reported one fatality resulting from a snapped tree at Matheny Fire & Emergency on SW 46th Ave. in Ocala. A lawncare working was working outside when the tree fell onto him. The event time was based on radar.

Wider weather episode

A mid-level shortwave trough developed an MCS that lifted east- northeastward through the day and across SE GA during peak heating. Continued SW flow increased moisture levels to above average with PWATs mainly in the 1.75-2 inch range. The combination of a moist, moderately unstable airmass and additional lift from the passing shortwave enhanced convection across SE GA and along the sea breeze merger along the Atlantic

coast. SPC had a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) for SE GA. Strong to locally severe storm occurred during the afternoon into the evening with a confirmed tornado in St. Johns County.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1258921. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.