Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 18 at 11:43AM CST by NWS Morristown TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 18, 2024 - 9:43am
Expires:
December 18, 2024 - 10:30am
Description:
At 1142 AM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northwest of South Pittsburg, or 12 miles northwest of
Bridgeport, moving east at 30 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.
Locations impacted include...
Jasper, South Pittsburg, Whitwell, Kimball, Powells Crossroads, Orme,
Martin Springs, Fiery Gizzard State Park, Haletown (guild), and Hicks
Gap State Park.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Marion
Forcast Office:
NWS Morristown TN