Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 28 at 3:47PM CST by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 28, 2024 - 1:47pm
Expires:
December 28, 2024 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 347 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Benoit, or 13 miles south of Rosedale, moving northeast at 65 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Pace, Beulah, and Cleveland around 350 PM CST.
Merigold, Boyle, and Renova around 355 PM CST.
Mound Bayou and Winstonville around 400 PM CST.
Shelby around 405 PM CST.
Parchman and Rome around 410 PM CST.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Halley.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CST for southeastern
Arkansas...and northwestern Mississippi.
Area Description:
Ashley; Chicot; Bolivar; Sunflower; Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS