Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 30 at 5:57PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 30, 2025 - 2:57pm
Expires:
April 30, 2025 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 556 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Smoky Mountains-Big Creek, or 11 miles south of
Newport. These storms were nearly stationary.
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...
Cosby, Hartford, Waterville, and Smoky Mountains-Big Creek.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Northwest Cocke; Cocke Smoky Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Morristown TN