Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 19 at 12:24AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 10:24pm
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
At 1224 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles east of Millry, or 9 miles north of Chatom. This storm was
nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central
Washington County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov