one Weather Impact Alert for Monday 9 March To prevent the risk of severe thunderstorms.
During the day, thunderstorms can sometimes produce heavy rain and lightning. A few stronger thunderstorms could bring tall hail up to 1 inch in diameter. These storms will disrupt outdoor plans on Monday and may pose risks to vehicles and seedlings.
When does it matter?
The storm will burn in central Arkansas around noon and move eastward by early afternoon, reaching eastern Arkansas between 1 and 2 p.m. The strongest storm will hit northern Mississippi around 2 to 4 p.m., clearing northeastern Mississippi by 5 p.m. Most areas north of Interstate 40 are likely not under severe threat, but a few showers are expected during this time.
What’s the impact?
These thunderstorms can cause heavy rain and lightning. An isolated severe storm is possible in northern Mississippi, possibly producing hail up to 1 inch in diameter. Further south into central Mississippi, larger hail is more likely.
How should I prepare?
If you have outdoor plans on Monday afternoon, be prepared to move those plans indoors or postpone them. Pay attention to the weather and go indoors if you hear thunder.
If possible, park in a garage or carport to protect your vehicle. If you have started planting and the leaves are small, find a way to cover them as hail can damage the seedlings. If you see a road flooded, turn around and don’t drown.
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What’s the next impact?
We could be in for another severe round of storms by Wednesday. This is a more typical setup with a large upper level trough over Texas and a low surface moving northeast into our area. Along with the cold front of this system, we may have a series of thunderstorms Wednesday afternoon with the potential for a variety of severe hazards (strong winds, large hail, tornadoes). Questions remain about the timing, storm pattern and positioning, which will become clearer as the event approaches.