Weather Alerts
Special Weather Statement: Baldwin Central; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for central and coastal Baldwin County and coastal Escambia County, warning of strong thunderstorms with 50 mph wind gusts impacting West Pensacola, Warrington, Myrtle Grove, Lillian, and nearby communities.
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Affected area: Baldwin Central; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal
Severity: Moderate · Effective: August 19, 2026 5:31 pm · Expires: August 19, 2026 6:15 pm
At 531 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 3 miles southwest of Loxley to 4 miles
northeast of Elberta to 3 miles northwest of Myrtle Grove. Movement
was south 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…
Brent, West Pensacola, Warrington, Foley, Robertsdale, Loxley,
Lillian, Myrtle Grove, Magnolia Springs, Summerdale, Silverhill,
Perdido Beach, and Elberta.
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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