Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 6:32PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 3:32pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 632 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Waltz, or 11 miles north of Morehead, moving southeast at 30 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...
Haldeman, Triplett, Farley, Gates, and Waltz.
THIS INCLUDES Interstate 64 in eastern Kentucky between mile markers
144 and 149.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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; Elliott
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov