Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 4 at 2:04PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 4, 2025 - 11:04am
Expires:
May 4, 2025 - 11:45am
Description:
At 204 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm over Rotenberger Wildlife Refuge, or 19 miles
south of Lake Harbor, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Okeelanta, Holey Land Wildlife Refuge, and Rotenberger Wildlife
Refuge.
Instruction:
These winds can down small tree limbs and branches, and blow around
unsecured small objects. Seek shelter in a safe building until the
storm passes.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Hendry; Inland Palm Beach County; Inland Broward County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL