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Special Weather Statement, NWS Miami, FL

August 3, 2019Miami-Dade County, Florida

NWS Miami, FL issued this special weather statement at Aug 3, 2019, 3:09 PM EDT for Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was in force for 36 min. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The outline as issued.

The facts

Issued
Aug 3, 2019, 3:09 PM EDT (19:09 UTC)
Expired
Aug 3, 2019, 3:45 PM EDT
In force
36 min
Issued by
NWS Miami, FL

County Miami-Dade County, FL

The radar

The Miami radar (KAMX), 27 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 19:12 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Miami, FL (KMFL), launched 12:00Z, 7.2 hours before the alert went out and 7 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Miami, FL at 12:00Z on 2019-08-03Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 960 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Miami, FL at 12:00Z on 2019-08-03The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 6 square meters per square second.1939Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
960 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-27 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
889 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
11 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
6 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
11 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this special weather statement went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Miami, FL wrote its last area forecast discussion before this special weather statement went out at Aug 3, 2:02 PM EDT, 1 hour 7 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Aug 3, 2:02 PM EDT, 1 hour 7 minutes before
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Hazardous weather outlook, Aug 3, 11:29 AM EDT, 3 hours 40 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook for South Florida
National Weather Service Miami FL
1129 AM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

AMZ610-630-650-651-670-671-FLZ063-066>075-168-172>174-GMZ656-657-676-
040330-
Lake Okeechobee-Biscayne Bay-
Coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
Waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL from 20 to 60 NM
excluding the territorial waters of Bahamas-Glades-Hendry-
Inland Palm Beach-Metro Palm Beach-Coastal Collier-Inland Collier-
Inland Broward-Metro Broward-Inland Miami-Dade-Metro Miami-Dade-
Mainland Monroe-Coastal Palm Beach-Coastal Broward-Coastal Miami-
Dade-Far South Miami-Dade-
Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
1129 AM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

...Strong storms and localized flooding possible today...
...Minor coastal flooding possible today...

This hazardous weather outlook is for South Florida.

.DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT

Thunderstorms: Scattered to numerous thunderstorms are expected
today, with the greatest coverage of this activity expected over the
east coast metro areas and vicinity. Gusty winds, heavy rains, and
frequent lightning are expected with this activity.

Waterspouts: There is a potential for isolated waterspouts across
all South Florida waters today and tonight.

Wind: The most intense storms could produce wind gusts of 45 to 55
mph. An isolated damaging wind gust cannot be ruled out, especially
over the east coast metro areas.

Flooding: Storms will be capable of producing torrential rainfall
across South Florida. Localized flooding may occur, especially in
areas that experience multiple rounds of heavy rain. The greatest
potential for localized flooding will be across the east coast metro
areas.

Coastal Flooding: Minor coastal flooding will be possible along
docks, piers, and some waterfront streets into the early afternoon
hours, especially for the Atlantic coast.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SUNDAY THROUGH FRIDAY

Thunderstorm potential will continue each day through the period,
especially during the afternoon and evening hours. Heavy rain,
frequent lightning, and gusty winds could accompany this activity.
Localized flooding will also be possible, especially on Sunday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Widespread spotter activation is not anticipated, however individual
spotters are encouraged to report high winds and flooding to the
National Weather Service forecast office in Miami.

For more information...visit the National Weather Service in
Miami website at www.weather.gov/miami.

Cohen

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Aug 3, 1:38 PM EDT, 1 hour 31 minutes before
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Special weather statement, Aug 3, 1:50 PM EDT, 1 hour 19 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
150 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

FLZ067-068-071-072-168-031830-
Inland Broward County FL-Coastal Palm Beach County FL-
Metro Broward County FL-Inland Palm Beach County FL-
Metro Palm Beach County FL-
150 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHERN BROWARD AND PALM BEACH
COUNTIES UNTIL 230 PM EDT...

* At 150 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms
  along a line extending from 9 miles southeast of Indiantown to near
  Holey Land Wildlife Refuge. Movement was northeast at 25 mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with these
  storms.

* Locations impacted include...
  Coral Springs, West Palm Beach, Sunrise, Tamarac, Wellington,
  Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach, Belle Glade, Pahokee,
  Tequesta, South Bay, Canal Point, Greenacres, Royal Palm Beach,
  Parkland, Loxahatchee NWR, Belle Glade Camp, Golden Lakes and Holey
  Land Wildlife Refuge.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms, and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 2618 8029 2620 8085 2649 8080 2697 8061
      2696 8061 2696 8014 2697 8014 2697 8006
TIME...MOT...LOC 1750Z 229DEG 20KT 2695 8034 2642 8068

MM
Special weather statement, Aug 3, 2:14 PM EDT, 55 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
214 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

FLZ068-168-031830-
Coastal Palm Beach County FL-Metro Palm Beach County FL-
214 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR EAST CENTRAL PALM BEACH COUNTY
UNTIL 230 PM EDT...

* At 214 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were
  tracking a strong thunderstorm over Royal Palm Beach, or near
  Wellington, moving northeast at 20 mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with this
  storm.

* Locations impacted include...
  West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach,
  Juno Beach, North Palm Beach, Lake Park, Haverhill, Cloud Lake,
  Palm Beach International Airport, Port Of Palm Beach, Schall
  Circle, Lake Belvedere Estates, Juno Ridge, Downtown West Palm
  Beach, Golden Lakes, Royal Palm Estates, Mangonia Park, Glen Ridge
  and Lakeside Green.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm, and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 2688 8003 2666 8003 2670 8020 2679 8020
TIME...MOT...LOC 1814Z 243DEG 18KT 2673 8021

Cohen
Special weather statement, Aug 3, 2:28 PM EDT, 41 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
228 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

FLZ067-068-168-031915-
Coastal Palm Beach County FL-Inland Palm Beach County FL-
Metro Palm Beach County FL-
228 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHEASTERN PALM BEACH COUNTY
UNTIL 315 PM EDT...

* At 227 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were
  tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near
  Jupiter to 10 miles southwest of Lion Country Safari Park. Movement
  was northeast at 25 mph.

* Funnel clouds possible with these storms.

* Locations impacted include...
  West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, Wellington, Jupiter, Palm Beach
  Gardens, Lake Worth, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach, Juno Beach, Ocean
  Ridge, Greenacres, Royal Palm Beach, Palm Springs, North Palm
  Beach, Lantana, Lake Park, Atlantis, Haverhill, Cloud Lake and Palm
  Beach International Airport.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms, and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 2652 8003 2651 8048 2678 8042 2697 8004
      2697 8003
TIME...MOT...LOC 1827Z 236DEG 24KT 2695 8001 2657 8043

Cohen
Special weather statement, Aug 3, 2:29 PM EDT, 40 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
229 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

FLZ071>074-172>174-031915-
Inland Broward County FL-Coastal Broward County FL-
Metro Broward County FL-Metropolitan Miami Dade FL-Far South Miami-
Dade County FL-Inland Miami-Dade County FL-
Coastal Miami Dade County FL-
229 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHERN MIAMI-DADE AND SOUTHERN
BROWARD COUNTIES UNTIL 315 PM EDT...

* At 228 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms
  along a line extending from Miami Springs to Leisure City. Movement
  was north at 15 mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with these
  storms.

* Locations impacted include...
  Miami, Hialeah, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Miramar, Davie,
  Homestead, Coral Gables, South Miami, Homestead General Airport,
  Miami Gardens, Black Point, The Redland, Kendall, Hallandale,
  Weston, North Miami, Doral, North Miami Beach and Aventura.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms, and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 2551 8023 2543 8053 2577 8069 2595 8044
      2610 8038 2607 8012
TIME...MOT...LOC 1828Z 201DEG 14KT 2583 8030 2550 8044

FELL
Special weather statement, Aug 3, 3:09 PM EDT, 0 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
309 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

FLZ072>074-172-173-031945-
Coastal Broward County FL-Metro Broward County FL-
Metropolitan Miami Dade FL-Inland Miami-Dade County FL-
Coastal Miami Dade County FL-
309 PM EDT Sat Aug 3 2019

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHERN MIAMI-DADE AND SOUTHERN
BROWARD COUNTIES UNTIL 345 PM EDT...

* At 308 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms
  along a line extending from North Miami Beach to Pinecrest.
  Movement was northeast at 20 mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with these
  storms.

* Locations impacted include...
  Miami, Hialeah, Hollywood, Miramar, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Key
  Biscayne, South Miami, Surfside, Hallandale, Miami Gardens,
  Virginia Key, Kendall, North Miami, Doral, North Miami Beach,
  Aventura, Dania Beach, Miami Lakes and Hialeah Gardens.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms, and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 2567 8015 2563 8033 2590 8041 2606 8011
TIME...MOT...LOC 1908Z 224DEG 17KT 2594 8016 2568 8028

FELL

The office that day

Everything else NWS Miami, FL issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Aug 3, 2:46 AM EDTSpecial Marine WarningMFL59 min
Aug 3, 6:36 AM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLCollier24 min
Aug 3, 10:12 AM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLCollier48 min
Aug 3, 12:52 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLPalm Beach68 min
Aug 3, 1:38 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLBroward22 min
Aug 3, 1:50 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLBroward, Palm Beach40 min
Aug 3, 2:14 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLPalm Beach16 min
Aug 3, 2:28 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLPalm Beach47 min
Aug 3, 2:29 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLMiami-Dade46 min
Aug 3, 3:03 PM EDTAreal Flood AdvisoryMFLPalm Beach117 min
Aug 3, 3:10 PM EDTAreal Flood AdvisoryMFLMiami-Dade4 hr
Aug 3, 3:30 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLPalm Beach45 min
Aug 3, 3:53 PM EDTSevere Thunderstorm WarningMFLBroward52 min
Aug 3, 4:28 PM EDTAreal Flood AdvisoryMFLBroward, Palm Beach4 hr
Aug 3, 4:31 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLMartin29 min
Aug 3, 4:34 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementMFLBroward41 min
Aug 3, 4:36 PM EDTSpecial Marine WarningMFL53 min

Nearby

Special Weather Statements in Florida, 2019Every special weather statement in 2019

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.