Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 8:16PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 6:16pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 816 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Lynchburg, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea to dime 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...
Lynchburg, Tims Ford Lake, Mulberry, Lois, Mimosa, and Booneville.
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:
Moore; Lincoln
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender: