Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 19 at 11:35PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 19, 2026 - 9:35pm
Expires:
June 19, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description:
At 1135 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Newman, or 14 miles southeast of Vicksburg, moving east at 15 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...
Learned around 1140 PM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Hinds; Claiborne
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: