Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 5:50PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 3:50pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 549 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Parkersburg to near Albion to 9 miles
southeast of Fairfield. Movement of this line of storms was
southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea 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.
Locations impacted include...
Albion, Grayville, West Salem, Bone Gap, and Browns.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms 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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM CDT for
south central and southeastern Illinois.
Area Description:
Edwards
Forcast Office:
NWS Paducah KY
Sender: