Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 26 at 5:07PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 26, 2026 - 3:07pm
Expires:
August 26, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 507 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm 4 miles
south of Japton, moving east at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small tree limbs and blow
around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation
is possible.
Locations in or near the path include...
St. Paul... Pettigrew...
Japton... Witter...
Boston... Dutton...
Red Star... Combs...
Brashears...
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.
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 1000 PM CDT for
northwestern and west central Arkansas.
Area Description:
Madison
Forcast Office:
NWS Tulsa OK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov