Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 2 at 1:50PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 2, 2025 - 11:50am
Expires:
May 2, 2025 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 150 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 8 miles southwest of Lewisburg to 12 miles east
of Pulaski to 6 miles northwest of Ardmore. Movement was northeast at
30 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 hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Mulberry, Fayetteville, Chestnut Ridge, Howell, Belleville, Dellrose,
Belleview, Mimosa, Booneville, and Cash Point.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms 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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 500 PM CDT for
north central Alabama...and Middle Tennessee.
Area Description:
Moore; Lincoln
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL