Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 5:09PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 3:09pm
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 509 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Bunker Hill, or 7 miles north of Columbia, moving northeast at 15
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...
Improve and Bunker Hill around 515 PM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
Area Description:
Jefferson Davis; Marion
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: