Alabama Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/01/2026 16:19

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 6:19PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 1, 2026 - 4:19pm
Expires: 
July 1, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 619 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Grant, or 7 miles north of Guntersville, moving west at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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... Southern Huntsville, Guntersville, Redstone Arsenal, Owens Cross Roads, Grant, Morgan City, Union Grove, Laceys Spring, Columbus City, and Whitesburg.
Instruction: 
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. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for north central and northeastern Alabama.
Area Description: 
Madison; Morgan; Marshall
Forcast Office: 
NWS Huntsville AL