Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 19 at 6:46PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 19, 2026 - 3:46pm
Expires:
May 19, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 645 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Deering, or 9 miles north of Williamsburg, moving northeast at 25
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Goldbug, Deering, Walden, Rockholds, Faber, Youngs Creek, Grove, Bark
Camp, Clio, Rye, Corbin, and Liberty.
THIS INCLUDES Interstate 75 in east central Kentucky between mile
markers 15 and 24.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Whitley
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson KY
Sender: