Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 19 at 10:12AM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 19, 2026 - 8:12am
Expires:
May 19, 2026 - 8:45am
Description:
At 1012 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles north of Oden, or 17 miles northwest of Mount Ida, moving
northeast 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 damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Gravelly... Fourche Valley...
Muddy Creek WMA... Union Hill...
Nola... Cedar Creek...
Harvey... Bluffton...
Blue Ball... Chula...
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
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:
Northern Scott County; Central and Southern Scott County; Yell Excluding Northwest; Northern Polk County Higher Elevations; Northern Montgomery County Higher Elevations
Forcast Office:
NWS Little Rock AR