Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Hinds 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 20 at 11:57PM CDT until August 21 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until midnight CDT for central Mississippi.
Effective August 21, 2026 at 12:57 AM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 1:07 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Jackson MS
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 1:07 AM ET
Last Checked
23 minutes ago
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Hinds 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 (23 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 1:07 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Hinds County?
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