Alabama Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/20/2026 20:25

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 20 at 10:25PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 20, 2026 - 8:25pm
Expires: 
August 20, 2026 - 9:15pm
Description: 
At 1025 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Moulton, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Decatur, Hartselle, Moulton, Priceville, Trinity, Falkville, Chalybeate Springs, Speake, Caddo, and Basham.
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: 
Lawrence; Morgan
Forcast Office: 
NWS Huntsville AL
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov