Alabama Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/01/2026 14:16

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 4:16PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 1, 2026 - 2:16pm
Expires: 
July 1, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description: 
At 416 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Moores Mill, moving west at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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... Northern Huntsville, Moores Mill, Meridianville, Hazel Green, New Market, Harvest, Toney, Elkwood, and Fisk.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for north central Alabama.
Area Description: 
Madison
Forcast Office: 
NWS Huntsville AL