Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 6 at 4:10PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 6, 2025 - 1:10pm
Expires:
May 6, 2025 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 410 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 13 miles southeast
of Ave Maria to near Loop Road Ee Center. Movement was east southeast at 5
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Everglades City, Big Cypress National Preserve, Carnestown, Copeland,
Plantation Island, Miles City, Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve,
Jerome, and Deep Lake.
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 these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms 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.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Miami. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on
Facebook and Twitter.
Area Description:
Coastal Collier County; Inland Collier County; Mainland Monroe
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL