Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Grenada, Webster, and Montgomery Counties in Mississippi
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for north central Mississippi until 6:00 PM CDT, citing 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning (NWS/NOAA alert type SVW). The alert was issued at 4:56 PM CDT following radar-indicated storm activity in the region.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in north central Mississippi:
- Grenada County
- Northwestern Webster County
- North central Montgomery County
Specific locations in the path of the storm include Grenada (expected around 5:00 PM CDT), Gore Springs (around 5:10 PM CDT), and Misterton (around 5:15 PM CDT).
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building immediately. Residents should seek shelter to avoid potential injury from flying debris or falling trees.
Expected Conditions
- Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected, which may cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hail: Quarter-size hail (1.00 inch) is possible, which can cause significant damage to vehicles.
- Storm Movement: At 4:56 PM CDT, the severe thunderstorm was located over Bew Springs, or near Grenada, moving east at 45 mph.
Timeline
The alert is effective immediately as of 4:56 PM CDT on March 9, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 6:00 PM CDT.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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