Boynton Beach, FL 33473 Weather Alerts

Palm Beach County5:13 PM EDT26.51°N, 80.19°W

Flood Advisory

Minor · Expected

Until 7:00 PM Fri·Issued 5:00 PM Fri Oct 23·NWS Miami FL

Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 5:00PM EDT until October 23 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Details

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

Where: Eastern Palm Beach County in southeastern Florida...

When: Until 700 PM EDT.

Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.

Additional details: - At 458 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to nearly stationary thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen during the last hour from the nearly stationary thunderstorms. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected over the area during the next couple of hours from the nearly stationary thunderstorms. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. If the rainfall amounts increase more than forecast, then a Flash Flood warning may be needed for this area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, Lake Worth, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach, Ocean Ridge, Greenacres, Palm Springs, Lantana, Atlantis, Haverhill, Cloud Lake, President Donald J. Trump International Airport, Gun Club Estates, Royal Palm Estates, Downtown West Palm Beach, Schall Circle, Port Of Palm Beach and Lake Clarke Shores. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

Areas: Palm Beach, FL

Special Weather Statement

Moderate · Expected

Until 6:00 PM Fri·Issued 5:10 PM Fri Oct 23·NWS Miami FL

Special Weather Statement issued October 23 at 5:10PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Details

At 510 PM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Ocean Ridge to near Downtown West Palm Beach. Movement was south around 5 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph and penny 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... West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Lake Worth, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach, Ocean Ridge, Palm Springs, Lantana, Atlantis, Cloud Lake, President Donald J. Trump International Airport, Port Of Palm Beach, Village Of Golf, Dunes Road, Downtown West Palm Beach, Lake Clarke Shores, Hypoluxo, Mangonia Park, and South Palm Beach.

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.

Funnel clouds can touch down and produce waterspouts. Although typically weak and short lived, a landfalling waterspout can cause property damage and serious injury.

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

These storms 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.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Miami. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and Twitter.

Areas: Metro Palm Beach County; Coastal Palm Beach County

From the National Weather Service. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.

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