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Storms Dump Rain, Hail On Pinellas

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By JOSH POLTILOVE | The Tampa Tribune

Published: June 6, 2008

Updated: 06/06/2008 11:06 pm

TAMPA - Intense thunderstorm activity in southern Pinellas County this evening dropped pea- to quarter-size hail, said Nick Petro, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service.

Treasure Island's wind gusts measured 63 mph at 7:15 p.m. Radar estimates showed that area had had about 2 inches of rain.

One Treasure Island condominium building suffered roof damage, and several residents were affected. In the St. Petersburg area, a tree fell on a home. In St. Pete Beach, a gust of wind lifted a trampoline onto power lines. No one was injured in any of the incidents.

Port Richey, meanwhile, had pea- to penny-sized hail, and radar estimates show that area had about an inch of rain this evening, Petro said.

Hillsborough County was spared the storms' effects.

Reporter Josh Poltilove can be reached at jpoltilove@tampatrib.com or (813) 259-7691.

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