Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 6:48PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 3:48pm
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 647 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking
a strong thunderstorm over Moore Haven, moving northwest at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Clewiston, Labelle, Moore Haven, Lakeport, Montura, Palmdale, Port La
Belle, Ortona, Harlem, 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.
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.
Area Description:
Glades; Hendry
Forcast Office:
NWS Miami FL
Sender: