Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 7 at 10:20AM CDT until May 7 at 10:30AM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 7, 2026 - 8:20am
Expires:
May 7, 2026 - 8:30am
Description:
At 1019 AM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located 12
miles east of De Funiak Springs, moving east at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Vernon, Ponce De Leon, Caryville, Westville, Hinsons Crossroads, Five
Points, Douglass Crossroad, Whitehead Crossroads, Knox Hill, and
Argyle.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Holmes, FL; Walton, FL; Washington, FL
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov