Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 6:02AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 3:02am
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 3:45am
Description:
At 601 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from 6 miles northeast of New
Castle to 14 miles northeast of Shelbyville to 7 miles west of
Frankfort. Movement was east at 25 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...
Frankfort, Lawrenceburg, Versailles, Midway, Pleasureville, Stamping
Ground, Gratz, Slickway, Farmdale, and Harvieland.
Instruction:
These storms 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.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Louisville.
Area Description:
Henry; Shelby; Franklin; Scott; Anderson; Woodford
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov