Ozark, Ala. (WDNews) — According to the National Weather Service, a strong thunderstorm was moving through parts of Dale County Sunday afternoon with gusty winds and possible minor damage impacts.
The National Weather Service in Tallahassee issued a Special Weather Statement at 4:01 p.m. CDT for portions of Dale County as Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Ozark moving northeast at 20 mph.
Forecasters said wind gusts up to 40 mph are possible with the storm. Officials warned gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured outdoor objects.
Communities that could be impacted include Ozark, Ariton, Skipperville, Echo, Clopton, Dale County Lake, Bertha and several surrounding crossroads and rural communities.
Residents are urged to use caution and continue monitoring changing weather conditions across the Wiregrass.
