Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 18, 2024 - 3:30pm
Expires:
September 18, 2024 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 630 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm over Schall Circle, or over West Palm Beach.
This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach,
Greenacres, North Palm Beach, Lake Park, Haverhill, Cloud Lake, Palm
Beach International Airport, Port Of Palm Beach, Golden Lakes, Gun
Club Estates, Schall Circle, Royal Palm Estates, Lake Belvedere
Estates, Downtown West Palm Beach, The Acreage, Lake Clarke Shores,
and Mangonia Park.
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.
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 Miami. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on
Facebook and Twitter.
Area Description:
Inland Palm Beach County; Metro Palm Beach County; Coastal Palm Beach County
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL