Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 18 at 8:50AM CDT until June 18 at 9:15AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 6:50am
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
At 849 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Perkinston, or 6 miles south of Wiggins, moving
northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
central Stone County.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Stone, MS
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov