Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 30 at 2:57PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 30, 2025 - 11:57am
Expires:
April 30, 2025 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 257 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Moore Hill, or 11 miles northwest of Barbourville, moving northeast
at 15 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...
Haven, Fariston, Corbin, Garrich, Emmanuel, Lake, Moore Hill, Cane
Creek, Lily, Rossland, North Corbin, Sasser, Jarvis, Cranes Nest,
Baileys Switch, London-Corbin Airport, Indian Creek, Tedders,
Blackwater, and Dishman Springs.
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:
Laurel; Whitley; Knox
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson KY