Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 5:13PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 3:13pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 513 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Oma, or 13 miles north of Monticello. This thunderstorm was nearly
stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size 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...
Oma around 520 PM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
High winds can bring down trees and large limbs resulting in serious
injury or property damage. Exercise extreme caution when outdoors
during such strong winds...and be especially aware of older trees.
Area Description:
Lawrence
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov