Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 6 at 5:12PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 6, 2025 - 2:12pm
Expires:
May 6, 2025 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 511 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm near Devils Garden, or 10 miles southwest of
Montura. This storm was nearly stationary.
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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northern Collier
and central Hendry Counties.
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.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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 Collier County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL