Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Lamar 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 17 at 7:21PM CDT until August 17 at 8:15PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
SVRJAN The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southeastern Marion County in south central Mississippi... Southwestern Lamar County in southeastern Mississippi... * Until 815 PM CDT. * At 721 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Improve, or 9 miles east of Columbia, moving south at 15 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * This severe thunderstorm will be near... Pine Burr around 740 PM CDT.
Effective August 17, 2026 at 8:21 PM ET · Expires August 17, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Jackson MS
Expires
August 17, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute 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 Lamar 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 (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 17, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Lamar County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Marion County.