Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Birmingham AL
AREA: Bullock; Pike
SENT: 2026-06-18T12:45:00-05:00

Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 12:45PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL

At 1245 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Banks, or 7 miles north of Brundidge, moving north at 30 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.

Locations impacted include…
Troy, Banks, Pickett, Linwood, Troy University, Beans Crossroads,
Tanyard, China Grove, Sandfield, Monticello, Perote, and Josie.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.

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.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 500 PM CDT for southeastern
Alabama.

Alert Expiration: 2026-06-18T13:15:00-05:00