Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 9 at 3:38PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 9, 2026 - 1:38pm
Expires:
July 9, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 338 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Tombigbee State Park, moving east at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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.
Locations impacted include...
Tupelo, Fulton, Tombigbee State Park, Plantersville, Mantachie,
Evergreen, Skyline, Abney, Mooreville, Eggville, Ballardsville,
Dorsey, Jacinto, and Richmond.
This includes Interstate 22 in Mississipppi between mile markers 89
and 106.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Lee; Itawamba
Forcast Office:
NWS Memphis TN
Sender: