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Severe Storms Unleash 60 MPH Winds, Hail!
20 Jun
Summary
- Severe thunderstorms brought 60 mph winds and 0.75-inch hail.
- Torrential rainfall is occurring, leading to potential flash flooding.
- A radar-indicated tornado warning was issued for parts of Jefferson County.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for several counties in the Tallahassee area, including Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, and Wakulla, on Friday afternoon. The storms, fueled by deep tropical moisture and a stalled weather boundary, brought hazardous conditions. Residents were warned of wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail measuring 0.75 inches.
The National Weather Service advised people to move to interior rooms on the lowest floor of buildings due to the severe weather. Torrential rainfall was occurring, raising concerns about flash flooding. An aerial flood advisory was also in effect, with an additional 1 to 3 inches of rain expected.
A tornado warning was issued for parts of Jefferson County, indicating a significant threat. The NWS described the radar presentation as "extensive" with strong to severe storms posing risks of damaging gusts, dangerous lightning, and prolific rainfall.
