Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 2:12PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 31, 2026 - 12:12pm
Expires:
May 31, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 212 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 9 miles north of Baker to 11 miles east of Jay
to 7 miles northeast of Molino. Movement was east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Crestview, Baker, Laurel Hill, Point Baker, and Roeville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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.
Area Description:
Santa Rosa Inland; Okaloosa Inland
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov