Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 3:47PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 1:47pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 346 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles northeast of Perkinston, or 5 miles southeast of Wiggins. This
storm was 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...
Wiggins, Perkinston, and McHenry.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Stone
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov