Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 21 at 3:01PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 21, 2026 - 12:01pm
Expires:
May 21, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 301 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southwest of Madison, moving northwest at 5 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...
Madison, Greenville, Ebb, Moseley Hall, Sirmans, and Hopewell.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Inland Jefferson; Madison
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender: