Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 4:52AM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 2:52am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 3:30am
Description:
At 452 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Hackleburg, or 11 miles west of Haleyville, moving southeast at 20
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Hackleburg, Bear Creek, Tessner, and Upper Bear Creek Reservoir.
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.
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:
Marion
Forcast Office:
NWS Birmingham AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov