Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 3:46AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 12:46am
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 1:30am
Description:
At 346 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles northwest of New Albany, moving southeast at 20 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.
Locations impacted include...
Jeffersonville, New Albany, Clarksville, Charlestown, Sellersburg,
Blue River, New Pekin, Borden, Saint Joseph, and Starlight.
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:
Washington; Floyd; Clark
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov