Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 24 at 5:13PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 24, 2026 - 3:13pm
Expires:
May 24, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 513 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Hawkinsville, or 14 miles north of Eufaula, moving northeast at 30
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 hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Lakepoint Resort State Park, Uchee Creek, Fort Mitchell, Fort
Mitchell Activity Center, and Twin Springs.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Russell; Barbour
Forcast Office:
NWS Birmingham AL