Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 11 at 5:57PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 3:57pm
Expires:
March 11, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 557 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Bent Oak, or 10 miles southwest of Columbus, moving northeast at 25
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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...
Columbus around 605 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.
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:
Lowndes
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov