Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 20 at 6:53PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 20, 2026 - 4:53pm
Expires:
August 20, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 653 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
J P Coleman State Park, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Cherokee, Waterloo, Riverton, and Wright.
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:
Lauderdale; Colbert
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov