Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:11PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 4:11pm
Expires:
July 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 611 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles west of Samson, or 10 miles southeast of Opp, moving south 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 damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Opp, Florala, and Lockhart.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Covington
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender: