Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 10:22PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 8:22pm
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
At 1022 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Old Milo, or 11 miles north of Crossett, moving east at 50 mph.
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...
Crossett, Hamburg, Fountain Hill, and Old Milo around 1030 PM CDT.
Snyder around 1040 PM CDT.
Portland around 1045 PM CDT.
Montrose around 1050 PM CDT.
Parkdale around 1055 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Blanchton.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Ashley
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS