Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 3:42PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 1, 2026 - 1:42pm
Expires:
July 1, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 342 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Millport, moving west at 20 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...
Vernon, Millport, Kennedy, Crossville, Cody, Star, Hightogy, and
Melborne.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for
west central Alabama.
Area Description:
Lamar
Forcast Office:
NWS Birmingham AL
Sender: