Special Weather Statement for Rankin; Simpson; Smith
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What is happening
At 334 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Johns, or 10 miles southeast of Brandon, moving south at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... D'Lo,...
What the bulletin says to do
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 Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for central Mississippi.
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Bulletin details
At 334 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Johns, or 10 miles southeast of Brandon, moving south at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... D'Lo, Puckett, Braxton, Star, Cato, White Oak, Monterey, Johns, and Piney Woods.
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Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 3:34PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Jackson MS. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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