Mississippi Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/22/2026 16:17

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 6:17PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 22, 2026 - 4:17pm
Expires: 
May 22, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 616 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Hazlehurst, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Hazlehurst around 620 PM CDT.
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. 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: 
Copiah
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov