Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 6 at 7:36PM CDT until May 6 at 8:15PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 6, 2026 - 5:36pm
Expires:
May 6, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 736 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 4 miles southwest of New Augusta, or 14 miles southeast
of Petal, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and baseball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
New Augusta around 740 PM CDT.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Perry, MS
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender: