Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 28 at 1:12PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 28, 2026 - 11:12am
Expires:
April 28, 2026 - 11:45am
Description:
At 112 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Sterlington, or 7 miles north of Swartz, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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...
Bastrop and Collinston around 115 PM CDT.
Mer Rouge around 120 PM CDT.
Galion around 130 PM CDT.
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:
Morehouse
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov