Alabama Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/07/2026 15:37

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 5:37PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 7, 2026 - 3:37pm
Expires: 
July 7, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description: 
At 537 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Welch, or over Stroud. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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... Stroud, Five Points, Standing Rock, Welch, and Post Oak Forks.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description: 
Chambers
Forcast Office: 
NWS Birmingham AL