Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 6 at 10:59PM CDT until May 6 at 11:45PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 6, 2026 - 8:59pm
Expires:
May 6, 2026 - 9:45pm
Description:
At 1059 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Holly Springs, or 15 miles west of Columbia, moving
east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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...
Goss, Holly Springs, Oak Vale, Morgantown, and Tilton around 1105
PM CDT.
Columbia and Society Hill around 1110 PM CDT.
Bunker Hill around 1115 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.
Area Description:
Jefferson Davis, MS; Lawrence, MS; Marion, MS
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: