Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 2 at 10:38AM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 2, 2025 - 8:38am
Expires:
May 2, 2025 - 9:15am
Description:
At 1038 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Rosedale, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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...
Gunnison around 1045 AM CDT.
Deeson, Winstonville, and Shelby around 1050 AM CDT.
Mound Bayou around 1100 AM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Bolivar
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS