Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Palm Beach County Through 3:00 PM
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The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Palm Beach County, warning of 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail.
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Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Miami has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Palm Beach County in southeastern Florida. The alert was issued at 2:42 PM EST after radar indicated a severe thunderstorm moving through the region.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts southeastern Palm Beach County. Specific locations in the path of the storm include:
- West Palm Beach, Wellington, and Greenacres
- Royal Palm Beach, Palm Springs, and Haverhill
- Loxahatchee NWR and Loxahatchee Groves
- Palm Beach International Airport
- Golden Lakes, Lion Country Safari Park, and The Acreage
- Gun Club Estates, Schall Circle, and Royal Palm Estates
- Lake Belvedere Estates, Aberdeen, and Stacey Street
- Plantation Mobile Home Park and Aberdeen Golf Course
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents are advised to stay away from windows and remain indoors until the warning has expired or the storm has passed.
Expected Conditions
As of 2:42 PM EST, the severe thunderstorm was located near Wellington, moving east at 25 mph. The following hazards are expected:
- Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph, which may cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hail: Quarter-size hail (1.00 inch), which is expected to cause damage to vehicles.
Timeline
The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective immediately as of 2:42 PM EST on February 28, 2026, and is currently scheduled to expire at 3:00 PM EST.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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