Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 12 at 3:41PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 12, 2026 - 12:41pm
Expires:
May 12, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 340 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Haines City. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Haines City, Davenport, Lake Hamilton, and Loughman.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Polk
Forcast Office:
NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Sender: