Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 4 at 10:53PM EDT by NWS Key West FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 4, 2026 - 7:53pm
Expires:
May 4, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
At 1053 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Plantation, or 11 miles southwest of Key Largo, moving east at 15
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Key Largo, Plantation, Rock Harbor, and Islamorada.
This includes US 1 between mile markers 87 and 98.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Monroe Upper Keys
Forcast Office:
NWS Key West FL
Sender: