Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 3:59PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 12:59pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 359 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Petersburg, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Washington, Monroe City, Wheatland, and Montgomery.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Knox; Daviess
Forcast Office:
NWS Indianapolis IN
Sender: