Kentucky Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/05/2026 15:59

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 6:59PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 5, 2026 - 3:59pm
Expires: 
September 5, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 659 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Sloans Valley, moving southeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include... Whitley City, Marshes Siding, Greenwood, Parkers Lake, Beulah Heights, Stearns, Wiborg, and Pine Knot. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building. To report hazardous weather conditions, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
Area Description: 
McCreary
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jackson KY
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov