Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 9 at 6:49AM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 9, 2026 - 4:49am
Expires:
July 9, 2026 - 5:15am
Description:
At 649 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Steens to near Columbus to 7 miles north
of Deerbrook. Movement was east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Strong thunderstorms will be near...
Columbus and Steens around 655 AM 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.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Lowndes
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: