Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 4:59PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 1:59pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 459 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles east of Stonemill Creek, or 16 miles south of Blountstown. The
strong thunderstorm is nearly stationary.
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...
Orange, East Camp, Jewel Fire Tower, Kern, Wilma, Lewis, Vilas,
Jensen Place, Nixon Garden, Twin Pole, and Central City.
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:
Northern Liberty; Southern Liberty
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov