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Tornado Warning 71, NWS Miami, FL
NWS Miami, FL issued this tornado warning at Oct 9, 2024, 2:13 PM EDT for Glades County, Hendry County, Florida. It was in force for 32 min. 2 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The outline as issued, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Oct 9, 2024, 2:13 PM EDT (18:13 UTC)
- Expired
- Oct 9, 2024, 2:45 PM EDT
- In force
- 32 min
- Issued by
- NWS Miami, FL
- Area
- Storm-based polygon
- Tornado
- Radar indicated
- Hail
- 0.0 in
Counties Glades County, FL, Hendry County, FL
The radar
The Melbourne radar (KMLB), 129 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 18:12 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
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What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2:14 PM EDT | TORNADO | 6 W Clewiston, FL | Preliminary starting point for a confirmed tornado that formed near the Hendry and Glades county line, crossing US 27 and moving into the Brighton Reservation. Pending survey. |
| Oct 9, 2:24 PM EDT | TORNADO | 5 Ne Moore Haven, FL | Start point of the EF3 Lakeport Tornado. Time estimated off of KAMX. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The watch it was issued in
The SPC watch in force over the same counties when this warning went out.
| Issued | Product | Office | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 8:20 AM EDT | Tornado Watch | SPC | 13 hr |
The nearest sounding before it
Miami, FL (KMFL), launched 12:00Z, 6.2 hours before the alert went out and 153 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 1797 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -2 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 686 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 38 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 192 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 255 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 1.1
- Supercell composite
- 9.2
The text
As transmitted.
554
WFUS52 KMFL 091813
TORMFL
FLC043-051-091845-
/O.NEW.KMFL.TO.W.0071.241009T1813Z-241009T1845Z/
BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Tornado Warning
National Weather Service Miami FL
213 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024
The National Weather Service in Miami has issued a
* Tornado Warning for...
Northern Hendry County in southern Florida...
Eastern Glades County in southern Florida...
* Until 245 PM EDT.
* At 213 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Moore Haven, moving north at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.
* Locations impacted include...
Clewiston, Moore Haven, Lakeport, and Brighton Seminole
Reservation.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile
home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and
protect yourself from flying debris.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
&&
LAT...LON 2721 8097 2697 8095 2695 8100 2689 8100
2688 8094 2675 8093 2673 8108 2705 8127
2712 8127 2712 8117 2721 8117
TIME...MOT...LOC 1813Z 169DEG 39KT 2678 8104
TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
$$
SB3 follow-up statements
157
WWUS52 KMFL 091827
SVSMFL
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
227 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024
FLC051-091837-
/O.CAN.KMFL.TO.W.0071.000000T0000Z-241009T1845Z/
Hendry FL-
227 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024
...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR NORTHERN HENDRY COUNTY IS CANCELLED...
The tornadic thunderstorm which prompted the warning has moved out
of the warned area. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for southern
Florida.
LAT...LON 2716 8102 2695 8099 2695 8100 2687 8100
2684 8098 2684 8108 2706 8121 2711 8123
2712 8117
TIME...MOT...LOC 1827Z 169DEG 39KT 2693 8107
$$
FLC043-091845-
/O.CON.KMFL.TO.W.0071.000000T0000Z-241009T1845Z/
Glades FL-
227 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024
...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 245 PM EDT FOR EASTERN
GLADES COUNTY...
At 227 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Lakeport, moving north at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Lakeport and Brighton Seminole Reservation.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile
home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and
protect yourself from flying debris.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
&&
LAT...LON 2716 8102 2695 8099 2695 8100 2687 8100
2684 8098 2684 8108 2706 8121 2711 8123
2712 8117
TIME...MOT...LOC 1827Z 169DEG 39KT 2693 8107
TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
$$
Culver045
WWUS52 KMFL 091832
SVSMFL
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
232 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024
FLC043-091845-
/O.CON.KMFL.TO.W.0071.000000T0000Z-241009T1845Z/
Glades FL-
232 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024
...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 245 PM EDT FOR
NORTHEASTERN GLADES COUNTY...
At 232 PM EDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado was
located over Lakeport, moving north at 45 mph.
This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!
HAZARD...Damaging tornado.
SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.
IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may
be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes
will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes,
businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction
is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Lakeport and Brighton Seminole Reservation.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid
windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move
to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying
debris.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
&&
LAT...LON 2703 8100 2693 8101 2691 8110 2711 8122
2712 8117 2716 8102
TIME...MOT...LOC 1832Z 169DEG 39KT 2699 8108
TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
$$
Culver092
WWUS52 KMFL 091846
SVSMFL
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
246 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024
FLC043-091856-
/O.EXP.KMFL.TO.W.0071.000000T0000Z-241009T1845Z/
Glades FL-
246 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024
...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR NORTHEASTERN GLADES COUNTY HAS EXPIRED...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been allowed to expire.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for southern
Florida.
Remember, a Tornado Warning still remains in effect for Glades
County near Brighton Seminole Reservation.
LAT...LON 2703 8100 2693 8101 2691 8110 2711 8122
2712 8117 2716 8102
TIME...MOT...LOC 1846Z 169DEG 39KT 2713 8111
$$
CulverThe office that day
Everything else NWS Miami, FL issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 10:22 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 23 min | |
| Oct 8, 10:50 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 40 min | |
| Oct 9, 12:57 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 33 min | |
| Oct 9, 1:31 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 59 min | |
| Oct 9, 1:39 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 66 min | |
| Oct 9, 2:08 AM EDT | Rip Current Statement | MFL | Broward, Collier, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach | 6 days |
| Oct 9, 2:08 AM EDT | High Surf Advisory | MFL | Collier | 48 hr |
| Oct 9, 2:13 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 47 min | |
| Oct 9, 2:56 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 49 min | |
| Oct 9, 3:14 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier | 31 min |
| Oct 9, 3:37 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Miami-Dade | 23 min |
| Oct 9, 3:38 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Miami-Dade | 19 min |
| Oct 9, 4:41 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Miami-Dade | 19 min |
| Oct 9, 5:50 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 25 min | |
| Oct 9, 6:14 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 31 min | |
| Oct 9, 6:45 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 45 min | |
| Oct 9, 7:12 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Hendry | 33 min |
| Oct 9, 7:32 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 58 min | |
| Oct 9, 7:47 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier, Miami-Dade, Monroe | 14 min |
| Oct 9, 8:15 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier, Miami-Dade | 30 min |
| Oct 9, 8:24 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 66 min | |
| Oct 9, 8:41 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier, Miami-Dade, Monroe | 17 min |
| Oct 9, 9:10 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier, Miami-Dade | 35 min |
| Oct 9, 9:22 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 68 min | |
| Oct 9, 9:42 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier, Hendry, Palm Beach | 18 min |
| Oct 9, 9:52 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Palm Beach | 23 min |
| Oct 9, 9:57 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier, Hendry, Palm Beach | 33 min |
| Oct 9, 10:13 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Palm Beach | 32 min |
| Oct 9, 10:26 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Hendry | 34 min |
| Oct 9, 10:26 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades, Hendry, Palm Beach | 34 min |
| Oct 9, 10:32 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 58 min | |
| Oct 9, 10:52 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 23 min |
| Oct 9, 10:55 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades, Hendry | 35 min |
| Oct 9, 10:56 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 49 min | |
| Oct 9, 10:58 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Hendry | 17 min |
| Oct 9, 11:06 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Hendry | 24 min |
| Oct 9, 11:15 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 30 min |
| Oct 9, 11:27 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades, Hendry | 33 min |
| Oct 9, 11:29 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades | 31 min |
| Oct 9, 11:30 AM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | MFL | Collier | 3 hr |
| Oct 9, 11:40 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier | 19 min |
| Oct 9, 11:42 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 31 min |
| Oct 9, 11:45 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 90 min | |
| Oct 9, 11:52 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 98 min | |
| Oct 9, 11:56 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades | 34 min |
| Oct 9, 11:57 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades, Hendry | 33 min |
| Oct 9, 12:36 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | MFL | Collier | 98 min |
| Oct 9, 12:49 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier | 26 min |
| Oct 9, 1:06 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | MFL | Collier | 87 min |
| Oct 9, 1:19 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Hendry | 26 min |
| Oct 9, 1:23 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 67 min | |
| Oct 9, 1:29 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 16 min |
| Oct 9, 1:36 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades | 24 min |
| Oct 9, 1:44 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Hendry | 31 min |
| Oct 9, 1:48 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 57 min | |
| Oct 9, 1:51 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades, Hendry | 24 min |
| Oct 9, 2:07 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Monroe | 23 min |
| Oct 9, 2:21 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Hendry, Palm Beach | 24 min |
| Oct 9, 2:23 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Monroe | 10 min |
| Oct 9, 2:24 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades | 10 min |
| Oct 9, 2:26 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier | 24 min |
| Oct 9, 2:30 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | MFL | 2 hr | |
| Oct 9, 2:33 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Collier, Monroe | 23 min |
| Oct 9, 2:37 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 38 min |
| Oct 9, 2:45 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Glades | 15 min |
| Oct 9, 2:48 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier, Hendry, Palm Beach | 27 min |
| Oct 9, 2:51 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Hendry, Palm Beach | 13 min |
| Oct 9, 2:54 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | MFL | Hendry, Palm Beach | 2 hr |
| Oct 9, 3:03 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier | 27 min |
| Oct 9, 3:16 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 29 min |
| Oct 9, 3:23 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Collier | 11 min |
| Oct 9, 3:25 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 20 min |
| Oct 9, 3:39 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 21 min |
| Oct 9, 3:47 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Palm Beach | 28 min |
| Oct 9, 4:02 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | MFL | Collier | 105 min |
| Oct 9, 4:14 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Broward, Palm Beach | 16 min |
| Oct 9, 4:18 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 27 min |
| Oct 9, 4:28 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 32 min |
| Oct 9, 4:40 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 20 min |
| Oct 9, 4:48 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | MFL | Palm Beach | 27 min |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.