Severe thunderstorm — Kingston
Ongoing alert in Jamaica — started August 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM. This page updates as the situation evolves.
What's happening
A severe thunderstorm with hail is affecting Kingston, Jamaica and the surrounding area within approximately 60 km. The event began on 28 August at 17:00 and is expected to continue until 29 August at 21:00. This is classified as an extreme weather event.
If you are currently in the affected area, take shelter immediately in a sturdy building or vehicle away from windows. Avoid outdoor activities, do not attempt to travel unless absolutely necessary, and stay away from trees, open spaces, and bodies of water. Hail and lightning pose significant hazards during this type of storm.
Follow all instructions from local authorities and weather services. Monitor official updates regularly for changes to the alert status. For any health concerns related to the weather event, contact local health authorities. This alert is based on confirmed weather data.
Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 27, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →
How it evolved
Severity escalatedCritical
August 25, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Alert raisedHigh
August 25, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Affected areas
Live safety pages for the places concerned by this alert.
Sources for this alert
- Mira Weather
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