Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Barren County, Kentucky
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 September 5 at 9:01PM CDT until September 5 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
At 901 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southeast of Brownsville, moving southeast at 20 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... Smiths Grove, Oakland, Hays, Chalybeate, Rocky Hill, Cedar Spring, Tuckertown, Pig, Merry Oaks, and Pondsville.
Effective September 5, 2026 at 10:01 PM ET · Expires September 5, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Louisville KY
Expires
September 5, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET
Last Checked
54 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 Barren County, Kentucky?
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 (54 minutes ago). It's set to expire September 5, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Barren County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Edmonson County, Warren County.