Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 3:01PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 1:01pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 301 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from 7 miles west of Salem to 6
miles east of Mount Herman. Movement was west at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 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...
Magnolia, Tylertown, Mount Herman, and Mccomb Airport.
This includes Interstate 55 in Mississippi between mile markers 7 and
14.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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:
Washington; Pike; Walthall
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov