Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Woodford 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 5:14PM EDT until August 11 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
SVRLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southern Woodford County in central Kentucky... North central Garrard County in central Kentucky... Southwestern Clark County in central Kentucky... Jessamine County in central Kentucky... Northern Madison County in central Kentucky... Southern Fayette County in central Kentucky... * Until 600 PM EDT. * At 513 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Cadentown to near Dunbar High School to near Versailles, moving southeast at 25 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... Lexington, Richmond, Nicholasville, Dunbar High School, Cadentown, Fayette Mall, Veterans Park, U K Arboretum, Chevy Chase, and Harris Ferry.
Effective August 11, 2026 at 5:14 PM ET · Expires August 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Louisville KY
Expires
August 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Last Checked
25 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 Woodford 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 (25 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Woodford County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Fayette County, Garrard County, Jessamine County, Madison County, Clark County.