Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 20 at 2:31PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 20, 2026 - 12:31pm
Expires:
August 20, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 231 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Dermott, moving east 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...
Greenville, Lake Village, Dermott, Eudora, Benoit, Portland,
Montrose, Winterville, Scott, Lamont, Mcmillan Corner, Chicot
Junction, Snyder, and Jersey Point.
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:
Ashley; Chicot; Bolivar; Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov