Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 5:20PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 3:20pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 520 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Mount Vernon, or 15 miles north of Creola, moving south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Creola, Stockton, Axis, Mount Vernon, Movico, and I65 And AL 225.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Mobile Inland; Baldwin Inland
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov