Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 24 at 5:56PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 24, 2026 - 3:56pm
Expires:
August 24, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 556 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Eglin Air Force Base, or 10 miles west of De Funiak Springs, moving
east at 10 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...
De Funiak Springs, Eglin Air Force Base, Oakwood Hills, Pleasant
Ridge, Alpine Heights, New Home, De Funiak Spring Airport, Rock Hill,
and Mossy Head.
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:
North Walton; Central Walton
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov