Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 6:26PM EDT by NWS Paducah KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 3:26pm
Expires:
June 26, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 626 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Oakland City, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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.
Locations impacted include...
Petersburg, Winslow, and Spurgeon.
This includes Interstate 69 in Indiana between Mile Markers 38 and
52.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT for southwestern
Indiana.
Area Description:
Pike
Forcast Office:
NWS Paducah KY
Sender: