Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 2:08AM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 12:08am
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
At 208 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Oak Ridge, or 7 miles east of Swartz, moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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...
Rayville and Oak Ridge around 215 AM CDT.
Holly Ridge around 235 AM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Morehouse; West Carroll; Richland
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: