Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 5:08PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 3:08pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 508 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Russellville, moving east at 20 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...
Russellville, Phil Campbell, Hodges, Newburg, Tharptown, Isbell,
Duketon, Spruce Pine, Rockwood, and Little Bear Creek Reservoir.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Franklin
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov