Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 7:41PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 22, 2026 - 5:41pm
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 741 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Decatur, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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...
Collinsville, Hickory, Chunky, and Duffee around 745 PM CDT.
Meridian, Nellieburg, Meehan, and Suqualena around 750 PM CDT.
Marion around 805 PM CDT.
Zero around 810 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.
Area Description:
Newton; Lauderdale
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: