Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 7 at 6:12PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 7, 2026 - 4:12pm
Expires:
September 7, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 612 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 4 miles north of Red Level to 15 miles
northwest of Laurel Hill to near Baker. Movement was southwest at 5
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Crestview, Andalusia, Baker, River Falls, Red Level, Laurel Hill,
Heath, and Gantt.
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:
Conecuh; Escambia; Covington; Santa Rosa Inland; Okaloosa Inland
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov