Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 20 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 20, 2026 - 1:15pm
Expires:
August 20, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 315 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Millcreek, or 12 miles east of Louisville, 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.
Locations impacted include...
Louisville, Ackerman, Betheden, Mcmillan, Mashulaville, and
Millcreek.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Choctaw; Oktibbeha; Winston; Noxubee
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov