Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 3:48PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 347 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Marion, or 7 miles northeast of Meridian, moving south at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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 strong thunderstorm will be near...
Meridian, Marion, and Toomsuba around 355 PM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Lauderdale
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov