Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 9:02PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 7:02pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 901 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Huntland, moving northeast at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and dime to 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.
Locations impacted include...
Winchester, Lynchburg, Decherd, Estill Springs, Huntland, Tims Ford
Lake, Lexie Crossroads, Mulberry, Harmony, and Elora.
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.
Area Description:
Moore; Lincoln; Franklin
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender: