Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 5:20PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 3:20pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 520 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Paulding, or 15 miles east of Bay Springs, moving
southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Heidelberg, Pachuta, Stafford Springs, Barnett, Paulding, Goodwater,
and Orange.
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:
Jasper; Clarke
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov