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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued September 18 at 4:07PM EDT until September 18 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm. To report severe weather, contact you...

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09/18/2026 · Jackson County edition

**Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued September 18 at 4:07PM EDT until September 18 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY**

The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service JACKSON KY.

**Alert Details:**

- **Severity:** Severe

- **Urgency:** Immediate

- **Issued by:** NWS Jackson KY

- **Effective:** Sep 18, 2026 4:07 PM UTC

- **Expires:** Sep 18, 2026 4:17 PM UTC

*This alert was automatically distributed from the National Weather Service via the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed.*

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