Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 11:55AM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 3, 2026 - 9:55am
Expires:
July 3, 2026 - 10:30am
Description:
At 1155 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles southeast of Ider, or 13 miles northwest of Summerville, moving
west at 5 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...
Valley Head and Mentone.
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:
DeKalb
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender: