Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 4:21PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 1:21pm
Expires:
June 26, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 420 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Babcock Webb Wma, or 9 miles east of Punta Gorda. This thunderstorm
was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea 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.
Locations impacted include...
Punta Gorda and Tropical Gulf Acres.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Coastal Charlotte; Inland Charlotte
Forcast Office:
NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Sender: