Puerto Rico Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/15/2026 09:36

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 15 at 12:36PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 15, 2026 - 9:36am
Expires: 
April 15, 2026 - 10:00am
Description: 
At 1235 PM AST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Arecibo, moving east at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Arecibo and Bajadero.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
North Central
Forcast Office: 
NWS San Juan PR
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov