Kentucky Tornado Warning - Extreme | Effective 05/26/2026 16:56

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 26 at 7:56PM EDT until May 26 at 8:15PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 26, 2026 - 4:56pm
Expires: 
May 26, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description: 
At 755 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Mariba, or near Frenchburg, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This dangerous storm will be near... Wellington around 800 PM EDT. Other locations in the path of this tornadic thunderstorm include Pomeroyton and Stoll.
Instruction: 
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the path of dangerous weather. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Menifee, KY; Morgan, KY
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jackson KY