Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Clay County, Mississippi
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 9 at 2:46PM CDT until August 9 at 3:30PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
SVRJAN The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern Oktibbeha County in northeastern Mississippi... Southeastern Clay County in northeastern Mississippi... Western Lowndes County in northeastern Mississippi... * Until 330 PM CDT. * At 246 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Tibbee, or 7 miles south of West Point, and is nearly stationary. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Starkville, Columbus, West Point, Artesia, Sessums, Waverly, Bent Oak, Tibbee, Columbus AFB, and Muldrow.
Effective August 9, 2026 at 3:46 PM ET · Expires August 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Jackson MS
Expires
August 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET
Last Checked
2 hours 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, Mississippi?
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 hours ago). It's set to expire August 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM 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 Lowndes County.