Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 2:20PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 22, 2026 - 12:20pm
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 220 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Marion, or 8 miles northeast of Meridian, moving east at 45 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...
Toomsuba, Lauderdale, Alamucha, and Kewanee around 225 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 700 PM CDT for
east central Mississippi.
Area Description:
Kemper; Lauderdale
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: