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Special Weather Statement
Issued: 8:37 AM Aug. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of Banks and
northeastern Jackson Counties through 500 AM EDT...

At 437 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Homer, moving east at
20 mph.

HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and
heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary
street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.

Locations impacted include...
Commerce, Homer, Maysville, Apple Valley, Pinefield Crossroads,
Hollingsworth, and Banks Crossing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Motorists
should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.

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MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN;
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH

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