Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 12:18PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 10:18am
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
At 1218 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Huntsville International Airport, or 7 miles northeast of Decatur,
moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts in excess of 30 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Madison, Athens, Tanner, Mooresville, Belle Mina, French Mill, and
Capshaw.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Limestone
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL