Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 7:07PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 1, 2026 - 5:07pm
Expires:
June 1, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 707 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Banner, or 14 miles southeast of Water Valley, moving south at 10
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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...
Bruce, Pittsboro, Shepherd, Skuna, Bounds, Retreat, and Ellard.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
northeastern Mississippi.
Area Description:
Calhoun
Forcast Office:
NWS Memphis TN
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov