Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 28 at 4:21PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 28, 2026 - 1:21pm
Expires:
August 28, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 421 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm over Golden Gate Estates, moving west at 5 mph.
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...
Golden Gate Estates, West Toll Gate On Alligator Alley, Orangetree,
Golden Gate, and Intersection I-75 And Everglades Blvd.
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:
Coastal Collier County; Inland Collier County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov