Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Northern Miami-Dade County

MIAMI, FL — The National Weather Service (NWS) in Miami has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northern Miami-Dade County in southeastern Florida, effective from 2:19 PM EDT until 2:45 PM EDT on March 25, 2025.

At 2:19 PM EDT, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm located over Liberty City, near Miami, moving north at 10 mph. The storm brings hazards including wind gusts of up to 60 mph and quarter-sized hail. Authorities warn that these conditions could result in hail damage to vehicles and wind-related damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Affected areas include Gladeview, Westview, Aventura, El Portal, Fiu North Campus, Bay Harbor Islands, Biscayne Park, Golden Beach, North Miami, North Miami Beach, Miami Shores, Miami Gardens, Opa-Locka, West Little River, Saint Thomas University, Ives Estates, Liberty City, Hard Rock Stadium, Allapattah, and Golden Glades.

The NWS advises residents to seek shelter immediately in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building for protection. Torrential rainfall accompanying the storm may also lead to flash flooding, and officials urge drivers to avoid flooded roadways.