Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 11 at 6:15PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 4:15pm
Expires:
March 11, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 615 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Tibbee, or near West Point, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea 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, Waverly, and Columbus AFB around 620 PM CDT.
Steens around 630 PM CDT.
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.
Area Description:
Clay; Lowndes
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov