Severe Thunderstorm Warning — McCreary 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 August 11 at 8:27PM EDT until August 11 at 9:30PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
SVRJKL The National Weather Service in JACKSON KY has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Wayne County in south central Kentucky... Southern Bell County in southeastern Kentucky... Southwestern Knox County in southeastern Kentucky... South central Pulaski County in south central Kentucky... McCreary County in south central Kentucky... Whitley County in south central Kentucky... * Until 930 PM EDT. * At 825 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Parnell to Hutch, moving southwest at 20 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Monticello, Williamsburg, Middlesboro, Whitley City, Julip, Cumberland Falls S.P., Co- Operative, Zion Hill, Ponza, Gausdale, Krupp, and Cubage.
Effective August 11, 2026 at 8:27 PM ET · Expires August 11, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Jackson KY
Expires
August 11, 2026 at 9:30 PM 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. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for McCreary 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 (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 11, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for McCreary County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Bell County, Wayne County, Whitley County, Knox County, Pulaski County.