Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 6 at 6:11AM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 6, 2026 - 4:11am
Expires:
May 6, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
At 611 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Underwood-Petersville, or 10 miles north of Florence, moving east at
40 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...
Florence, Lexington, St. Florian, Underwood-Petersville, Anderson,
Green Hill, Zip City, Kingtown, and Whitehead.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Lauderdale
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL