Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Lake Okeechobee, Atlantic South

2025-06-28 · near Port Mayaca, Lake Okeechobee, Atlantic South

Event narrative

The Lake Okeechobee Center Weatherflow Mesonet site reported a 53 mph or 46 kt wind gust with thunderstorms.

Wider weather episode

A mid-level disturbance, the leading edge of a Saharan air layer, and boundaries around Lake Okeechobee contributed to the development of strong to severe afternoon and evening thunderstorms on June 28.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1279378. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.