Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 2:33PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 29, 2026 - 12:33pm
Expires:
April 29, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 233 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Pinola, or near Mendenhall, moving east at 45 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.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Magee and Sanatorium around 240 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
central, south central and southeastern Mississippi.
Area Description:
Copiah; Simpson; Smith
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: