Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 6 at 7:36AM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 6, 2026 - 5:36am
Expires:
May 6, 2026 - 6:15am
Description:
At 736 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from Ardmore to near Courtland to near Hackleburg.
Movement was 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...
Huntsville, Decatur, Madison, Athens, Hartselle, Russellville,
Moulton, Moores Mill, Meridianville, and Redstone Arsenal.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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:
Colbert; Franklin; Lawrence; Limestone; Madison; Morgan; Jackson; Lincoln; Franklin
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL