Jonesboro, AR – JonesboroRightNow.com – According to the National Weather Service (NWS), Craighead and surrounding counties are under an enhanced risk for severe thunderstorms, thunderstorm wind, and excessive rainfall for Tuesday into the evening.
An enhanced risk is defined as a 30-45% chance of severe wind gusts (58 mph or greater) within a 25-mile radius. In addition, Jonesboro and the surrounding areas are under a moderate risk of lightning and a slight risk of tornado and hail.
Parts of Craighead County went under a tornado warning early Tuesday morning.
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The forecast in Jonesboro shows a humid but calm start. Following a night of severe weather and tornado warnings, the atmosphere is stabilizing in the morning. However, rising pressure could precede a significant shift in the region later in the afternoon.
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An 84% chance of showers and heavy thunderstorms is expected to develop after 2 p.m. The temperature on Tuesday is expected to be between 77ºF and 81ºF with a low of 62ºF. North winds at 5 mph may shift to the south/southeast and increase to 10 to 15 mph as the storm system approaches.
Quick Outlook:
- A.M.: Mostly Sunny and Humid – < 10% Chance of Rain
- Afternoon: Showers and Heavy Rain – 84% Chance of Rain
- P.M.: Cloudy with Lingering Showers – 75% Chance of Rain
In case of severe weather, be ready. Things to do right now:
- Make sure you have a way to receive emergency alerts on your phone
- Make sure you have emergency supplies, just in case
- Know your safe place, and make sure your entire family knows
- Have a way to communicate urgent information to your family
Be prepared to receive severe weather warnings and information. Jonesboro Media Group radio stations 104.9 The Fox, 100.5 The Eagle, and Mix 106.3 will broadcast severe weather information. Live-streaming options for all three stations are below:
- Click here to listen to 104.9 The Fox.
- Click here to listen to 100.5 The Eagle.
- Click here to listen to Mix 106.3.
The Region 8 Storm Team (KAIT-TV) will also provide severe weather coverage. Warnings and information are also available on NOAA Weather Radio, broadcast in this area on 162.55 MHz.
JRN will publish an updated list of storm shelters should the need arise. The JRN app will also provide push notifications in the event of severe weather.
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