Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 2:03PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 7, 2026 - 11:03am
Expires:
May 7, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 203 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 7 miles south of Quitman to 11 miles west of
Madison to 17 miles east of Woodville. Movement was east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 55 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Live Oak, Jasper, Jennings, White Springs, Statenville, Suwannee
River State Park, Suwannee Springs, Mayday, Belmont, and Crossroads.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Jacksonville.
Area Description:
Suwannee; Eastern Hamilton; Western Hamilton; Echols
Forcast Office:
NWS Jacksonville FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov