Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 8:36PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 6:36pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 835 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Gunnison, or 7 miles north of Rosedale, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Shelby, Rosedale, Mound Bayou, Gunnison, Duncan, Alligator,
Winstonville, and Deeson.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM CDT for
northwestern Mississippi.
Area Description:
Bolivar
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov