Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 15 at 4:26PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 15, 2026 - 1:26pm
Expires:
October 15, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 426 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a funnel cloud over North
Naples, or near Bonita Springs, moving northwest at 15 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...
Naples, Golden Gate Estates, Naples Park, Vineyards, North Naples,
Pelican Bay, and Quail Creek Estate.
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.
Funnel clouds occasionally touch down and produce tornadoes or
waterspouts. Move indoors and stay away from windows.
Area Description:
Coastal Collier County; Inland Collier County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov