Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 12 at 6:39PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 12, 2026 - 4:39pm
Expires:
June 12, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 639 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Electric Mills, or 13 miles east of De Kalb, moving east at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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 storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Kemper
County.
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:
Kemper
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: