Headline:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 6 at 8:26PM CDT until May 6 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 6, 2026 - 6:26pm
Expires:
May 6, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
SVRMOB
The National Weather Service in Mobile has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southern Washington County in southwestern Alabama...
* Until 915 PM CDT.
* At 825 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles southwest
of Fruitdale, or 10 miles northeast of Leakesville, moving east at
70 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include...
Wagarville, Deer Park, Tibbie, Fruitdale, and McIntosh.
Instruction:
This storm is producing large hail. SEEK SHELTER NOW inside a sturdy
structure and stay away from windows!
Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning
are occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is
one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder,
you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM CDT for southeastern
Mississippi. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect until 1100 PM CDT
for southwestern Alabama.
Area Description:
Washington, AL
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL