Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 30 at 2:40PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 30, 2025 - 11:40am
Expires:
April 30, 2025 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 240 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Kayjay, or 7 miles south of Barbourville, moving east at 25 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...
Elys, Artemus, Varilla, Swan Lake, Clate, Birdseye, Barnyard,
Shelaly, Ponza, Black Snake, Gausdale, King, Erose, Blanche, Pruden,
Cubage, Binghamtown, Rella, Clear Creek Springs, and Wasioto.
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:
Whitley; Knox; Bell
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson KY