Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 6 at 3:24PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 6, 2025 - 12:24pm
Expires:
May 6, 2025 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 324 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm over Wilderness Waterway, or 19 miles southeast
of Chokoloskee, moving south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Wilderness Waterway and Everglades National Park.
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.
Funnel clouds occasionally touch down and produce tornadoes or
waterspouts. Move indoors and stay away from windows.
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.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Mainland Monroe
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL