Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 2:26PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 11:26am
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 226 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
strong thunderstorms capable of producing a funnel cloud along a line
extending from Boynton Beach to Mission Bay to Margate. Movement was
east at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Funnel clouds and wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph.
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...
Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Pompano Beach, Sunrise, Boca Raton,
Deerfield Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Tamarac, Margate, Lake
Worth, Lighthouse Point, Palm Beach, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Highland
Beach, Ocean Ridge, Lauderhill, Coconut Creek, Oakland Park, and
North Lauderdale.
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.
These storms 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.
Persons participating in outdoor activities should seek sturdy
shelter until these storms pass. Open shelters found in parks,
beaches, or golf courses offer no protection from the dangers of
lightning.
Area Description:
Inland Palm Beach County; Metro Palm Beach County; Metro Broward County; Coastal Palm Beach County; Coastal Broward County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov