< Alabama Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/06/2026 03:31

Alabama Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/06/2026 03:31

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 6 at 5:31AM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 6, 2026 - 3:31am
Expires: 
May 6, 2026 - 4:15am
Description: 
At 530 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over J P Coleman State Park, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Waterloo, Wright, Threet, and Zip City.
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. 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.
Area Description: 
Lauderdale
Forcast Office: 
NWS Huntsville AL