Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 9:24AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 7, 2026 - 6:24am
Expires:
May 7, 2026 - 7:30am
Description:
At 923 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Newton to near Donalsonville. Movement was
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 hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Colquitt, Newton, Donalsonville, Pelham, Camilla, Bainbridge,
Moultrie, Doerun, Schley, Funston, Sale City, Iron City, Brinson,
Capel, Harrells Still, Donaldsonville A/P, Greenough, Bellview, Vada,
and Akridge.
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.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 200 PM EDT for the Panhandle
of Florida...and south central and southwestern Georgia.
Area Description:
Miller; Baker; Mitchell; Colquitt; Seminole; Decatur; Grady; Thomas
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender: