Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 4:56PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 1:56pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 456 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Hilda, or 7 miles northwest of Morehead, moving east at 25 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.
Locations impacted include...
Morehead, Cranston, Wagner Store, Munson, Elliottville, Haldeman,
Triplett, Vale, Christy, Rodburn, Hilda, Sharkey, Farley, Hays
Crossing, Plummers Landing, Gates, and Waltz.
THIS INCLUDES Interstate 64 in eastern Kentucky between mile markers
138 and 148.
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:
Fleming; Rowan
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov