Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 3:03PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 12:03pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 302 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a funnel cloud over Kings
Point, or near Delray Beach. This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Funnel clouds and wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Wellington, Highland Beach,
Ocean Ridge, Hamptons At Boca Raton, Village Of Golf, Kings Point,
Dunes Road, Whisper Walk, Mission Bay, Loxahatchee NWR, Hypoluxo,
Gulf Stream, Briny Breezes, Manalapan, Fau South Campus, Aberdeen,
and Boca West.
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.
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 Palm Beach County; Metro Palm Beach County; Coastal Palm Beach County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov