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Special Weather Statement

Issued at Sat 4:59 PM May. 23
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

At 458 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Sipsey, or 7 miles north of Sumiton, moving northeast at 20 mph.
Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
Source: Radar indicated.
Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include Dodge City, Wilburn, Smith Lake, Bremen, and Arkadelphia.

Recommended Action

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.

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