https://www.cityofburkesville.org/emergency-services/

Cumberland County 911, 299 Glasgow Road, Burkesville, KY (2026)

08/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 22 at 5:02PM CDT until August 22 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
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At 502 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Burkesville,
moving southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect considerable
tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes,
roofs, and outbuildings.

Locations impacted include...
Burkesville, Leslie, Hegira, Kettle, Tanbark, Modoc, Frogue, Green
Grove, Ellington, and Bow.

AFFECTS: Clinton, KY; Cumberland, KY

INSTRUCTION: Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly
from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the
basement or small central room in a sturdy structure.

Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading
killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to
be struck by lightning.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/E5lBItG

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/22/26 5:02 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 8/22/26 5:15 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
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At 502 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Burkesville,
moving southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect considerable
tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes,
roofs, and outbuildings.

Locations impacted include...
Burkesville, Leslie, Hegira, Kettle, Tanbark, Modoc, Frogue, Green
Grove, Ellington, and Bow.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/E5lBItG

08/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 22 at 4:59PM CDT until August 22 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
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At 458 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest of
Burkesville, moving southeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to
roofs, siding, and trees.

Locations impacted include...
Littrell, Meshack, Persimmon, Blythe, Vernon, Dubre, Peytonsburg,
Stalcup, Raydure, and Judio.

AFFECTS: Cumberland, KY; Monroe, KY

INSTRUCTION: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading
killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to
be struck by lightning.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/b0bss7z

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/22/26 4:59 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 8/22/26 5:15 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
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At 458 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest of
Burkesville, moving southeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to
roofs, siding, and trees.

Locations impacted include...
Littrell, Meshack, Persimmon, Blythe, Vernon, Dubre, Peytonsburg,
Stalcup, Raydure, and Judio.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/b0bss7z

08/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 22 at 4:51PM CDT until August 22 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
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At 451 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Burkesville,
moving southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect considerable
tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes,
roofs, and outbuildings.

Locations impacted include...
Burkesville, Leslie, Waterview, Desda, Modoc, Green Grove, Ellington,
Bow, Creelsboro, and Grider.

AFFECTS: Clinton, KY; Cumberland, KY; Russell, KY

INSTRUCTION: Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly
from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the
basement or small central room in a sturdy structure.

Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading
killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to
be struck by lightning.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/7qSzfLg

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/22/26 4:51 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 8/22/26 5:15 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
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At 451 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Burkesville,
moving southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect considerable
tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes,
roofs, and outbuildings.

Locations impacted include...
Burkesville, Leslie, Waterview, Desda, Modoc, Green Grove, Ellington,
Bow, Creelsboro, and Grider.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/7qSzfLg

08/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 22 at 4:43PM CDT until August 22 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
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SVRLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Eastern Monroe County in south central Kentucky...
Southwestern Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...
South central Metcalfe County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 515 PM CDT.

* At 443 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles northeast
of Tompkinsville, moving southeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Littrell, Meshack, Persimmon, Cyclone, Blythe, Willow Shade,
Vernon, Dubre, Peytonsburg, and Stalcup.

AFFECTS: Cumberland, KY; Metcalfe, KY; Monroe, KY

INSTRUCTION: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/CQErfxg

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/22/26 4:43 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 8/22/26 5:15 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
SVRLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Eastern Monroe County in south central Kentucky...
Southwestern Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...
South central Metcalfe County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 515 PM CDT.

* At 443 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles northeast
of Tompkinsville, moving southeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Littrell, Meshack, Persimmon, Cyclone, Blythe, Willow Shade,
Vernon, Dubre, Peytonsburg, and Stalcup.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/CQErfxg

08/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 22 at 4:38PM CDT until August 22 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
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At 438 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Edmonton,
moving southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect considerable
tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes,
roofs, and outbuildings.

Locations impacted include...
Burkesville, Leslie, Desda, Cundiff, Modoc, Ellington, Grider, Aaron,
Ribbon, and Willis Creek.

AFFECTS: Adair, KY; Clinton, KY; Cumberland, KY; Metcalfe, KY; Russell, KY

INSTRUCTION: Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly
from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the
basement or small central room in a sturdy structure.

Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading
killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to
be struck by lightning.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/9nMQlky

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/22/26 4:38 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 8/22/26 5:15 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
At 438 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Edmonton,
moving southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect considerable
tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes,
roofs, and outbuildings.

Locations impacted include...
Burkesville, Leslie, Desda, Cundiff, Modoc, Ellington, Grider, Aaron,
Ribbon, and Willis Creek.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/9nMQlky

08/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 22 at 4:28PM CDT until August 22 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
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SVRLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northwestern Clinton County in south central Kentucky...
Southwestern Russell County in south central Kentucky...
Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...
Southern Metcalfe County in south central Kentucky...
Southwestern Adair County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 515 PM CDT.

* At 428 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Edmonton,
moving southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect
considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to
mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.

* Locations impacted include...
Edmonton, Burkesville, Leslie, Desda, Cundiff, Curtis, Modoc,
Ellington, Grider, and Aaron.

AFFECTS: Adair, KY; Clinton, KY; Cumberland, KY; Metcalfe, KY; Russell, KY

INSTRUCTION: Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly
from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the
basement or small central room in a sturdy structure.

Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning
are occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is
one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder,
you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/pFlMKpn

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/22/26 4:28 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 8/22/26 5:15 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
SVRLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northwestern Clinton County in south central Kentucky...
Southwestern Russell County in south central Kentucky...
Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...
Southern Metcalfe County in south central Kentucky...
Southwestern Adair County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 515 PM CDT.

* At 428 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Edmonton,
moving southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect
considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to
mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.

* Locations impacted include...
Edmonton, Burkesville, Leslie, Desda, Cundiff, Curtis, Modoc,
Ellington, Grider, and Aaron.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/pFlMKpn

08/12/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 11 at 7:14PM CDT until August 11 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
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SVRLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...
Southwestern Adair County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 800 PM CDT.

* At 714 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest
of Columbia, moving southeast at 15 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Gradyville, Cundiff, Gadberry, Breeding, Bliss, Fairplay, Chance,
Inroad, Nell, and Flatwood.

AFFECTS: Adair, KY; Cumberland, KY

INSTRUCTION: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning
are occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is
one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder,
you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/svB8Enr

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/11/26 7:14 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 8/11/26 8:00 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
SVRLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...
Southwestern Adair County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 800 PM CDT.

* At 714 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest
of Columbia, moving southeast at 15 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Gradyville, Cundiff, Gadberry, Breeding, Bliss, Fairplay, Chance,
Inroad, Nell, and Flatwood.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/svB8Enr

07/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 7:51PM CDT until July 21 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
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FFWLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for...
Southwestern Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...
Southeastern Monroe County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 1045 PM CDT.

* At 751 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain
have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible
in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Tompkinsville, Otia, Blythe, Meshack, Hestand, Vernon, Judio,
Raydure, Grandview and Stalcup.

AFFECTS: Cumberland, KY; Monroe, KY

INSTRUCTION: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Please report flooding to your local law enforcement agency when you
can do so safely and have them relay your report to the National
Weather Service in Louisville.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/gEz2G5e

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 7/21/26 7:51 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 7/21/26 10:45 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
FFWLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for...
Southwestern Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...
Southeastern Monroe County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 1045 PM CDT.

* At 751 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain
have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible
in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Tompkinsville, Otia, Blythe, Meshack, Hestand, Vernon, Judio,
Raydure, Grandview and Stalcup.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/gEz2G5e

07/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 21 at 7:41PM CDT until July 21 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
--------
The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe
limits, and has exited the warned area. Therefore, the warning will
be allowed to expire. However, gusty winds and heavy rain are still
possible with this thunderstorm.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
south central Kentucky.

AFFECTS: Cumberland, KY; Monroe, KY

INSTRUCTION: [None]

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/PowQpJz

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 7/21/26 7:41 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 7/21/26 7:45 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
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The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe
limits, and has exited the warned area. Therefore, the warning will
be allowed to expire. However, gusty winds and heavy rain are still
possible with this thunderstorm.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
south central Kentucky.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/PowQpJz

07/22/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 21 at 7:12PM CDT until July 21 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY

SUMMARY:
--------
SVRLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southern Clinton County in south central Kentucky...
Southeastern Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 745 PM CDT.

* At 712 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Albany,
moving southeast at 25 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Albany, Snow, Highway, Ida, Savage, Huntersville, Rolan, Hobart,
Wolf River Dock, and Browns Crossroads.

AFFECTS: Clinton, KY; Cumberland, KY

INSTRUCTION: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning
are occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is
one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder,
you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/lyWB5ua

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 7/21/26 7:12 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 7/21/26 7:45 PM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
SVRLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southern Clinton County in south central Kentucky...
Southeastern Cumberland County in south central Kentucky...

* Until 745 PM CDT.

* At 712 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Albany,
moving southeast at 25 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Albany, Snow, Highway, Ida, Savage, Huntersville, Rolan, Hobart,
Wolf River Dock, and Browns Crossroads.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/lyWB5ua

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