Special Weather Statement: Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal

Affected area: Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal

Severity: Moderate · Effective: July 12, 2026 8:50 am · Expires: July 12, 2026 9:30 am

At 850 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles southwest of Warrington, moving northeast at 10 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.

Locations impacted include…
Pensacola, Ferry Pass, Brent, West Pensacola, Ensley, Warrington,
Gulf Breeze, Goulding, Myrtle Grove, Oriole Beach, and Pensacola
Beach.

Precautionary / preparedness actions

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

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.

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