Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 1:59PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 11:59am
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 159 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Paulding, or 12 miles east of Bay Springs, moving northeast at 20
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...
Paulding, Barnett, and Orange around 205 PM CDT.
Pachuta and Rose Hill around 210 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:
Jasper; Clarke
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: