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

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 20 at 10:18PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 20, 2026 - 8:18pm
Expires: 
August 20, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description: 
At 1018 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Hazel Green, or 9 miles north of Meridianville, moving northeast at 35 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... Fayetteville, Meridianville, Moores Mill, Hazel Green, Huntland, Tims Ford Lake, New Market, Lincoln, Jericho, and Elora.
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: 
Madison; Jackson; Moore; Lincoln; Franklin
Forcast Office: 
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov