Alabama Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/12/2026 13:05

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 12 at 3:05PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 12, 2026 - 1:05pm
Expires: 
September 12, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
At 305 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles northeast of Ashridge, or 14 miles northeast of Haleyville, moving southeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Moreland, Brushy Lake, Grayson, Sipsey River Rec Area, Mill Creek and Cane Creek.
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. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Winston
Forcast Office: 
NWS Birmingham AL
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov