Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 2:59PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 11:59am
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 259 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles east of Belmont, or 14 miles south of Fargo. The strong
thunderstorm was drifting north.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 55 mph and nickel 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern Baker
and northeastern Columbia Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Baker; Northern Columbia
Forcast Office:
NWS Jacksonville FL
Sender: