Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Perry 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 7:16PM EDT until August 11 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
At 716 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Kings Creek to Arthur to Dewitt, moving south at 40 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... Letcher, Garrard, Bath, Hazard, Cumberland, Whitesburg, Harlan, Loyall, Manchester, Evarts, Hindman, Lynch, Benham, Hyden, Vicco, Wallins Creek, Blackey, Elic, Big Fork, and Cody.
Effective August 11, 2026 at 7:16 PM ET · Expires August 11, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Jackson KY
Expires
August 11, 2026 at 7:45 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.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Perry 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 7:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Perry County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Knott County, Knox County, Letcher County, Bell County, Harlan County, Leslie County, Clay County.