Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 4:57AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 1:57am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 2:15am
Description:
At 457 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Phyllis, or 11 miles north of Breaks Interstate, moving east at 55
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Elkhorn City, Shelby Gap, Huddy, Jamboree, Fishtrap Lake, Ashcamp,
Phyllis, Toonerville, Marrowbone, Board Tree, Woodman, Biggs,
Rockhouse, Mcandrews, Argo, Hardy, Phelps, Belcher, Fedscreek, and
Majestic.
THIS INCLUDES U.S. Highway 119 in Pike County near mile marker 19.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 700 AM EDT for
southeastern Kentucky.
Area Description:
Pike
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov