Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 5:02PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 3:02pm
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 502 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Oxford. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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.
Locations impacted include...
Oxford, Holly Springs National Forest, Cambridge, College Hill
Station, Altus, Keel, and Burt.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Lafayette
Forcast Office:
NWS Memphis TN
Sender: