Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 7:03PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 1, 2026 - 5:03pm
Expires:
June 1, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 703 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Kirby, or near Meadville, moving west at 5 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 storm will remain over mainly rural areas of Franklin and east
central Adams Counties.
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.
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.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Adams; Franklin
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov