Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Clay County, Arkansas
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 20 at 2:01AM CDT until August 20 at 2:45AM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
At 201 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Steele, moving east 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... Dyersburg, Kennett, Caruthersville, Hayti, Steele, Senath, Halls, Ridgely, Hornersville, Hayti Heights, Cooter, Bolton, Deering, Bradleytown, Heloise, Unionville, Miston, Cottonwood Grove, Gates, and Holland. This includes the following highways... Interstate 55 in Arkansas between mile markers 71 and 72. Interstate 55 in Missouri between mile markers 1 and 25. Interstate 55 in Tennessee near mile marker 13.
Effective August 20, 2026 at 3:01 AM ET · Expires August 20, 2026 at 3:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Memphis TN
Expires
August 20, 2026 at 3:45 AM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Clay County, Arkansas?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 20, 2026 at 3:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Clay County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Mississippi County, Dunklin County, Pemiscot County, Dyer County, Lake County, Lauderdale County, Obion County.