Kentucky Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 10/15/2026 14:43

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued October 15 at 5:43PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
October 15, 2026 - 2:43pm
Expires: 
October 15, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description: 
At 543 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Fern Creek, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Jeffersontown, Shelbyville, Middletown, Hollow Creek, Spring Mill, Fern Creek, Buechel, Highview and Minor Lane Heights.
Instruction: 
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. 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: 
Jefferson; Shelby; Spencer
Forcast Office: 
NWS Louisville KY
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov