Florida Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/07/2026 08:33

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 10:33AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 7, 2026 - 8:33am
Expires: 
May 7, 2026 - 9:30am
Description: 
At 1033 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles northwest of Wright, moving east at 50 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Wright, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Destin, Eglin AFB, Valparaiso, Mary Esther, Ocean City, Lake Lorraine, Shalimar, and Cinco Bayou.
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. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until noon CDT for northwestern Florida.
Area Description: 
Okaloosa Inland; Okaloosa Coastal
Forcast Office: 
NWS Mobile AL