Mississippi Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/12/2026 12:04

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 12 at 2:04PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 12, 2026 - 12:04pm
Expires: 
September 12, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description: 
At 203 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Bent Oak, or 12 miles southwest of Columbus, moving southeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Noxubee and southern Lowndes Counties.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. High winds can bring down trees and large limbs resulting in serious injury or property damage. Exercise extreme caution when outdoors during such strong winds...and be especially aware of older trees. 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: 
Lowndes; Noxubee
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jackson MS
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov