Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 11 at 1:46PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 11, 2026 - 11:46am
Expires:
September 11, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 146 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Bynum, or near West End-Cobb Town, moving north at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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...
Anniston, Jacksonville, Fort McClellan, Saks, Cobb Town, West
End-Cobb Town, Weaver, Ragland, Ohatchee, Blue Mountain, Alexandria,
Neely Henry Lake, Jacksonville State University, Southside, Neely
Henry Dam, Sulphur Springs, and Wellington.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
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:
Calhoun; St. Clair
Forcast Office:
NWS Birmingham AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov