Mississippi Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/04/2026 15:56

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 5:56PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 4, 2026 - 3:56pm
Expires: 
July 4, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 556 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Garlandville, or 8 miles southeast of Newton, moving northeast at 5 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Newton around 600 PM CDT.
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: 
Newton; Lauderdale; Jasper
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jackson MS