Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 4:08PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 1:08pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 408 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from 9 miles northwest of Taylor
to near St. George. Movement was southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 45 to 55 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...
Taylor, Macclenny, St. George, Bryceville, and Baldwin.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Baker; Inland Nassau; Western Duval; Southern Ware; Western Charlton
Forcast Office:
NWS Jacksonville FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov