Mississippi Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/04/2026 15:04

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 5:04PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 4, 2026 - 3:04pm
Expires: 
July 4, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
At 504 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms near Johns, or 14 miles northeast of Mendenhall, moving east at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Polkville and White Oak.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Rankin; Scott; Simpson; Smith
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jackson MS