Alabama, Tennessee Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/20/2026 18:33

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 20 at 8:33PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 20, 2026 - 6:33pm
Expires: 
August 20, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description: 
At 832 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13 miles east of Lexington, or 15 miles southwest of Pulaski, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Hazel Green, Ardmore, Elkmont, Lester, Good Springs, Elkwood, Mt Rozell, Belleview, Cash Point, and Holland Gin.
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: 
Limestone; Madison; Lincoln
Forcast Office: 
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov