Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 3:01PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 29, 2026 - 1:01pm
Expires:
April 29, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 301 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Alcorn State, or 7 miles west of Port Gibson, moving 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.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Port Gibson and Alcorn State around 305 PM CDT.
Lorman around 310 PM CDT.
Red Lick around 320 PM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
High winds can bring down trees and large limbs resulting in serious
injury or property damage. Exercise extreme caution when outdoors
during such strong winds...and be especially aware of older trees.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
northeastern Louisiana...and southwestern Mississippi.
Area Description:
Tensas; Claiborne; Jefferson
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: