Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 4:20PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 1, 2026 - 2:20pm
Expires:
July 1, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 420 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Cherokee, or 12 miles northeast of Tishomingo State Park, moving west
at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Cherokee, Waterloo, Red Rock, Malone, Pride Landing, Mt Hester,
Margerum, Allsboro, Riverton, and Barton.
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
northwestern Alabama.
Area Description:
Lauderdale; Colbert
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender: