Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 26 at 2:26PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 26, 2026 - 12:26pm
Expires:
August 26, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 226 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
McRae, or near Searcy, moving southwest at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Beebe... McRae...
Garner... Griffithville...
Antioch in White County... Vinity Corner...
Walker... Hickory Plains...
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.
Area Description:
White; Prairie
Forcast Office:
NWS Little Rock AR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov