Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 17 at 7:08PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 4:08pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 708 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm over Belle Glade. This storm was nearly
stationary.
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...
Belle Glade, South Bay, Okeelanta, and Belle Glade Camp.
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:
Inland Palm Beach County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov