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Special Weather Statement: Baldwin Central; Escambia Inland; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Inland; Santa Rosa Coastal

The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Baldwin counties. Strong thunderstorms tracking near Gonzalez, Ensley, and Ferry Pass may produce gusty winds up to 50 mph and down tree limbs.

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Special Weather Statement: Baldwin Central; Escambia Inland; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Inland; Santa Rosa Coastal
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Affected area: Baldwin Central; Escambia Inland; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Inland; Santa Rosa Coastal

Severity: Moderate · Effective: August 19, 2026 4:15 pm · Expires: August 19, 2026 5:00 pm

At 415 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 4
miles northwest of Gonzalez, moving east at 10 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…
Ferry Pass, Ensley, and Gonzalez.

Precautionary / preparedness actions

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Source: NWS Mobile AL (U.S. National Weather Service). Always follow official guidance. weather.gov

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