Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:01PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 1:01pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 401 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles northeast of Harrodsburg, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Nicholasville, Harrodsburg, Mccreary, Wilmore, Burgin, Oregon, Valley
View, Jessamine, Logana, and Stone.
Instruction:
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.
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:
Woodford; Mercer; Jessamine; Garrard; Madison
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov