Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 2:02PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 11:02am
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 11:45am
Description:
At 202 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a funnel cloud near
Intersection Krome And U.S. 27, or 8 miles west of Pembroke Pines.
This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Funnel clouds, wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph, and pea size
hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Funnel clouds occasionally touch down and produce tornadoes
or waterspouts. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and
blow around unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Davie, Sunrise, Weston, Cooper City, Mile
Marker 30 On Alligator Alley, Intersection Krome And U.S. 27,
Intersection I-75 And U.S. 27, East Toll Gate On Alligator Alley, and
Intersection I-75 And Griffin Road.
Instruction:
Persons participating in outdoor activities should seek sturdy
shelter until this storm passes. Open shelters found in parks,
beaches, or golf courses offer no protection from the dangers of
lightning.
Area Description:
Inland Broward County; Metro Broward County; Inland Miami-Dade County; Metropolitan Miami Dade
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov