Miami Airport on Alert, Severe Storms Hit South, Hurricane Season Begins: A Day of Contrasts in South Florida

Miami Dade Police Investigate Suspicious Phone Call at MIA; Severe Storms Devastate Parts of the South; Hurricane Season Begins with Above-Average Forecast; Miami Beach Celebrates Pride Month with Concert; Florida Panthers Head to Stanley Cup Final Miami, FL – June 1, 2025 – A busy news day in South Florida began with a flurry of activity at Miami International Airport (MIA). According to Miami-Dade Aviation Department, a suspicious phone call triggered a full-scale investigation shortly after midnight. While an "all clear" was eventually given, the source of the call remains unknown. "It's not clear who made the call," stated a news anchor on NBC6 South Florida. Meanwhile, severe weather ravaged parts of the Southern United States. Footage showed widespread damage from thunderstorms, hail, and potential tornadoes in Kansas and Oklahoma. Meteorologists predict the severe weather will continue. Adding to the day's events, the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season officially began, with the National Hurricane Center forecasting an above-average season. They predict 13-19 named storms, 6-10 hurricanes, and 3-5 major hurricanes. In lighter news, Miami Beach is celebrating Pride Month with a free concert tonight at 8:30 PM on Ocean Drive and 12th Street. The Florida Panthers are also celebrating, having secured their place in the Stanley Cup final. Their first official practice is underway, with the epic rematch against the Oilers set for this Wednesday at 8 PM. The city is buzzing with excitement for both events.