Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Miami-Dade County Through 2:15 PM
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for central Miami-Dade County, including Miami and Miami Beach, as 60 mph winds and hail move through the area.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Miami has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for central Miami-Dade County in southeastern Florida. The alert was issued at 1:47 PM EST following radar indications of a severe weather system.
Affected Areas
The warning covers central Miami-Dade County. Specific locations impacted include:
- Miami and Miami Beach
- Coral Gables and South Miami
- Key Biscayne and Virginia Key
- Pinecrest, West Miami, and Coral Terrace
- Port of Miami and Downtown Miami
- Coconut Grove and Glenvar Heights
- Miami International Airport, University of Miami, Marlins Park, and Fisher Island
What You Should Do
For your protection, residents in the affected areas should move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Avoid windows and remain indoors until the storm has passed. Shelter should be sought immediately.
Expected Conditions
The primary hazards associated with this storm include:
- Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected, which may cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hail: Quarter-size hail is possible, with damage to vehicles expected.
- Movement: As of 1:47 PM EST, the storm was located over Marlins Park (Miami), moving east at 10 mph.
Timeline
The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 2:15 PM EST on March 1, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice