Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 6:07AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 3:07am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 4:00am
Description:
At 607 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles southwest of Newton, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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...
Newton, Pelham, Camilla, Baconton, Vada, Flint, Hopeful, Red Store
Crossroads, Harrells Still, Lester, Freeman, Mitchell Co A/P,
Branchville, and Greenough.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm 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:
Baker; Mitchell; Decatur; Grady
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov