Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 2:28PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 11:28am
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 228 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles southwest of Mayo, moving north at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Mayo, Cross City, Tennille, Cooks Hammock, Shamrock, Clara, Cross
City Airport, Carbur, Hines, Jonesboro, Salem, Eugene, and San Pedro
Junction.
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.
Area Description:
Inland Taylor; Lafayette; Inland Dixie
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender: