Special Weather Statement issued September 7 at 3:36PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Details

At 335 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking a strong thunderstorm near Mile Marker 30 On Alligator Alley, or 13 miles west of Pembroke Pines, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size 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... Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Davie, Plantation, Sunrise, Weston, Cooper City, Sawgrass Mills Mall, Intersection I-75 And U.S. 27, Intersection I-75 And Griffin Road, Mile Marker 30 On Alligator Alley, Intersection Alligator Alley And Miami Canal, East Toll Gate On Alligator Alley, Markham Park, and West Broward Rec. Area On Alligator Alley.

What To Do

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. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.

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