Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 9:23PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 7:23pm
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 923 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Tallulah, moving east at 20 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.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Tallulah around 930 PM CDT.
Mound around 945 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Richmond.
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.
Area Description:
Madison
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov