Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 3:27PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 1:27pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 327 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles east of Dunmor, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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...
Anderson, Huntsville, Davis Crossroads, Harper Crossroads, Buffalo
Fork, Chandlers Chapel, Costelow, Gasper, Silver City, and
Harreldsville.
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:
Butler; Logan; Warren
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov