Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 3:04PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 12:04pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 304 PM EDT/204 PM CDT/, Doppler radar was tracking a strong
thunderstorm 17 miles north of Panama City Beach. The strong
thunderstorm is 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.
Locations impacted include...
Ebro, Bruce, Red Head, Pine Log, and Seminole Hills.
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:
Central Walton; Washington; Inland Bay; South Walton; Coastal Bay
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov