Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 8:15PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 1, 2026 - 6:15pm
Expires:
June 1, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 814 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Hickory Ridge, or 13 miles southwest of Harrisburg, moving southeast
at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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.
Locations impacted include...
Wynne, Cherry Valley, Hickory Ridge, Vanndale, Fisher, Hydrick, Wiley
Crossing, Birdeye, Pittinger, Supply, Colton, Brushy Lake, McElroy,
Mersman, Fair Field, and Ellis Chapel.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
eastern Arkansas.
Area Description:
Poinsett; Cross
Forcast Office:
NWS Memphis TN