Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, a Special Weather Statement was issued at 2:08 p.m. CDT Saturday for parts of the Wiregrass as a strong thunderstorm moved north at 15 mph near Cottonwood.
The National Weather Service said wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible with the storm. Radar indicated the storm could produce gusty winds capable of knocking down tree limbs and blowing around unsecured objects.
Communities that could be impacted include Cottonwood, Dothan, Ashford, Cowarts, Avon, Madrid, Pansey, Garretts Crossroads, Lovetown, Wilson Mill, Sealy Springs, Olympia Spa Resort, Keytons, Ardilla and Hodgesville.
Residents are urged to use caution and continue monitoring weather conditions as the storm moves through the area.
