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Trampoline on roof, missing garbage cans: Severe thunderstorm leaves damage across Palm Beach County
By Emma Romano at WPTV
· June 3, 2026
· 1 min read
A severe thunderstorm warning prompted widespread damage reports across Palm Beach County Tuesday evening, with viewers sending in videos showing the aftermath.
Why this matters in The Palm Beach
The severe thunderstorm that swept through Palm Beach County on Tuesday evening is a stark reminder of the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events. As residents of West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Jupiter assess the damage, they are likely to be concerned about the potential for more severe storms in the coming months. The fact that a trampoline was blown onto a roof and garbage cans went missing suggests that the storm's strong winds caused significant disruption to daily life. With the Atlantic hurricane season still ongoing, the School District of Palm Beach County and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office will need to be prepared to respond quickly to any future emergencies. Residents should take this opportunity to review their emergency plans and ensure they are prepared for the next severe weather event, which could bring flooding and other hazards to the area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 3, 2026 ·
Source: WPTV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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