Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 28 at 7:16PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 28, 2026 - 5:16pm
Expires:
April 28, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 716 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from 7 miles south of
Russellville to 8 miles north of Portland to 6 miles northwest of
Westmoreland. Movement was northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Russellville, Scottsville, Franklin, Adairville, Justice,
Gordonsville, Black Jack, Hilltop, Dennis, and Clare.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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 100 AM CDT for
south central Kentucky.
Area Description:
Logan; Simpson; Allen
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
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