Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 28 at 1:53PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 28, 2026 - 10:53am
Expires:
April 28, 2026 - 11:45am
Description:
At 153 PM AST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Morovis. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Instruction:
Conditions are favorable for the development of weak, brief funnel
clouds. This type of funnel cloud is harmless, but on rare occasions
they can briefly touch down, producing wind gusts over 50 mph. If a
funnel cloud is spotted move indoors and report your sighting to the
National Weather Service.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
This storm 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.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in San Juan.
Area Description:
San Juan and Vicinity; Eastern Interior; North Central; Central Interior
Forcast Office:
NWS San Juan PR
Sender: