Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 24 at 1:15PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 24, 2026 - 11:15am
Expires:
August 24, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 114 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles northeast of Jackson, moving southeast 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 damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Jackson.
Instruction:
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 700 PM CDT for
south central and southwestern Alabama.
Area Description:
Clarke
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov