Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 11:57PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 9:57pm
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 10:45pm
Description:
At 1157 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northwest of Beekman, or 9 miles south of Crossett, moving east
at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Beekman around 1205 AM CDT.
Bonita and Galion around 1210 AM CDT.
Jones around 1215 AM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Ashley; Morehouse; West Carroll
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS