ABBEVILLE, Ala. (WDNews) — According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, a Special Weather Statement was issued at 5:24 p.m. CT Sunday for strong thunderstorms moving through parts of southeast Alabama and southwest Georgia.
At 5:24 p.m. CT, Doppler radar indicated a line of strong thunderstorms extending from near Baconton, Georgia, southward through portions of Early County. The storms were moving south at approximately 10 mph.
Forecasters said the storms could produce wind gusts up to 50 mph. Gusty winds may knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured outdoor objects.
Areas that could be impacted include Abbeville, Newton, Haleburg and surrounding communities, along with parts of southwest Georgia.
Residents are encouraged to secure loose outdoor items and use caution if traveling as the storms move through the area.
The National Weather Service continues to monitor the storms and will issue additional alerts if conditions worsen.
