Florida Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/23/2026 13:48

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 4:48PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 23, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires: 
May 23, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 448 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking a strong thunderstorm near Moore Haven, moving northeast at 15 mph. 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... Moore Haven and Lake Hicpochee.
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.
Area Description: 
Glades; Hendry
Forcast Office: 
NWS Miami FL