Once again, asWelcome to Rockvilleenters its fourth and final day, the National Weather Service in Melbourne is forecasting strong storms from 3 to 11 p.m. along the coast of Volusia County, including Daytona Beach and Daytona International Speedway.
A few of these storms could be severe, the NWS reports, with frequent lightning strikes, damaging winds, hail up to 1 inch in diameter and even a brief tornado where warmer and cooler air collide.
What's the forecast for Welcome To Rockville in Daytona?
The Daytona Beach forecast calls for a mostly cloudy day, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4 p.m., then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 4 and 5 p.m., with showers and thunderstorms continuing into the evening. Concertgoers headed to Daytona International Speedway can expect a high of 87, with light northeast winds at 5 to 10 mph.
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This year's version of Welcome to Rockville has already endured two weather delays. On May 8,performances were haltedfor 2 1/2 hours, while on May 9, the Speedway was evacuated due to storms for 1 1/2 hours.
Tonight's headliner, My Chemical Romance, is scheduled to take the Apex stage at 10:20 p.m.
What to do in a weather evacuation during Welcome to Rockville in Daytona Beach?
In the case of inclement weather and the need for evacuation,Welcome to Rockvilleorganizers encourage fans to seek shelter in a few different ways.
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If you're parked: Return to your vehicle to seek shelter. Routes to return to each entrance will be labeled on the evacuation map to assist you. Map will be released prior to the festival and added to the website FAQ, as well as emailed to all festival purchasers.
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If you arrived by Rideshare or drop off: Fans that do not have access to a vehicle can seek shelter under the Grandstands, through the Turn 1 entrance. Exit routes will be marked on the festival evacuation map and route signage will be in place.
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If you are camping: Return to the campgrounds and shelter in your vehicle. Campers should not shelter in tents. If you do not have a safe place to shelter, please exit Turn 1 and take shelter under the Grandstands.
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If you have special needs: Fans that may require additional time or assistance to evacuate are asked to check in at the Access Center upon arrival to the festival for additional information.
This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal:Welcome to Rockville fans can expect yet more storms on Day 4