Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 2 at 9:17PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 2, 2026 - 7:17pm
Expires:
July 2, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 917 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Fort McClellan. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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...
Anniston, Jacksonville, Saks, Fort McClellan, West End-Cobb Town,
Weaver, Blue Mountain, Alexandria, Jacksonville State University,
Sulphur Springs, and Choccolocco.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Calhoun
Forcast Office:
NWS Birmingham AL
Sender: