Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 1:44PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 11:44am
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 144 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Collinsville, or 10 miles northwest of Meridian, moving northeast at
35 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...
Meridian, Daleville, Blackwater, Liberty, and Prismatic around 150
PM CDT.
Meridian Station around 155 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:
Kemper; Lauderdale
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: