Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 16 at 5:50PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 16, 2026 - 3:50pm
Expires:
June 16, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 549 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sparta, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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...
Du Quoin, Pinckneyville, Tamaroa, Willisville, Cutler, and St. Johns.
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.
Area Description:
Perry
Forcast Office:
NWS Paducah KY
Sender: