Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 24 at 10:50PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 24, 2026 - 8:50pm
Expires:
June 24, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description:
At 1050 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Palestine, moving southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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...
Forrest City, Palestine, Haynes, Gill, Dodsons Corner, Oak Forest,
Bonair, Slonikers Mill, Heustess, Westor, and Four Forks.
This includes Interstate 40 in Arkansas between mile markers 228 and
239.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
St. Francis; Lee
Forcast Office:
NWS Memphis TN
Sender: