Mississippi Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/22/2026 17:13

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 7:13PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 22, 2026 - 5:13pm
Expires: 
May 22, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description: 
At 713 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Slocum to 6 miles southeast of Garden City. Movement was north at 10 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... Dolorosa and Crosby.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. These storms 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: 
Wilkinson; Amite
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA