The National Weather Service office in San Juan issued a heat warning active from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM local time. ^[1] The National Weather Service San Juan issued a special weather statement on Wednesday for strong thunderstorms affecting Cidra, Bayamón, Naranjito, Barranquitas and Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico. ^[2] Afternoon thunderstorms with lightning risk are expected for western and northwestern inland areas. ^[3] Forecast maximum daytime temperature will reach approximately 84 degrees Fahrenheit. ^[4] The agency advised residents to seek shelter inside a building or vehicle, avoid open areas, and monitor weather updates. ^[5] The National Weather Service warned lightning can strike up to 10 miles away from active rainfall areas. ^[6] The storms are producing wind gusts up to 30 miles per hour and frequent cloud-to-ground lightning. ^[7] Overall daily probability of rain is forecast at 50%, falling to 30% overnight. ^[8]