Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued February 28 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
February 28, 2026 - 1:00pm
Expires:
February 28, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 400 PM EST, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm over Coconut Creek, or over Margate, moving
southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph and penny 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...
Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Coral Springs, Pompano Beach, Plantation,
Sunrise, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Tamarac, Margate, Lighthouse
Point, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Highland Beach, Lauderhill, Coconut
Creek, Oakland Park, North Lauderdale, Lauderdale Lakes, Dania Beach,
and Parkland.
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.
Area Description:
Inland Palm Beach County; Metro Palm Beach County; Inland Broward County; Metro Broward County; Coastal Palm Beach County; Coastal Broward County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov