Alabama Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/03/2026 16:09

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 6:09PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 4:09pm
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description: 
At 609 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Arley. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. 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... Arley, Double Springs, Addison, Houston Recreational Area, Camp McDowell, Nesmith, Smith Lake, Poplar Springs, Helicon, Sardis, Corinth Rec Area, Falls City, Houston, Mill Branch, Maple Branch, Hullett Branch, Clear Creek, Winston County Airport, Cane Creek, and Little Dismal Creek.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description: 
Winston
Forcast Office: 
NWS Birmingham AL