Mississippi Special Weather Statement - [Severity] | Effective 05/21/2026 17:31

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 21 at 7:31PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 21, 2026 - 5:31pm
Expires: 
May 21, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description: 
At 731 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles south of Meadville, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Meadville and Bude around 735 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. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Franklin
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jackson MS