Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 8:22PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 6:22pm
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 822 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms over Memphis Junction, moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. 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.
Locations impacted include...
Bowling Green, Crestmoor, Memphis Junction, Mount Victor, Woodburn,
Hillsdale, Barren River, Hardcastle, Rockfield, and Rich Pond.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Warren; Simpson
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov