Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 8:09PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 25, 2025 - 6:09pm
Expires:
May 25, 2025 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 808 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Pyland, or 8 miles southwest of Houston, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Sparta, Egypt, Prairie, Pyland, Vardaman, Woodland, Tabbville,
McCondy, Anchor, Trebloc, Atlanta, Buena Vista, Houston, and Okolona.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
northeastern Mississippi.
Area Description:
Calhoun; Chickasaw; Monroe
Forcast Office:
NWS Memphis TN