Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 7:21PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 1, 2026 - 5:21pm
Expires:
July 1, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 721 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Lake Bruin, or 7 miles northeast of St. Joseph, moving northwest at
25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Newellton and Lake Bruin around 725 PM CDT.
Somerset 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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM CDT for
northeastern Louisiana...and southwestern and west central
Mississippi.
Area Description:
Tensas; Claiborne
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: