Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 28 at 5:41PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 28, 2025 - 3:41pm
Expires:
May 28, 2025 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 541 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Dexter to near Ruth. Movement was north at
20 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Salem, Dexter, and Tylertown.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
southern Mississippi.
Area Description:
Pike; Walthall
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA