First published 9/18/2026, 9:06:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 9:06:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 4:11PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY

The National Weather Service office in Louisville, KY issued a Special Weather Statement on September 18 at 4:11 PM EDT. The supplied item contains the alert title and timestamp but no further details on the specific hazards or affected areas.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters, travel-and-transportation

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 4/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 6/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements notify the public about potentially hazardous or notable weather that may affect safety, travel, and outdoor activities in the local area. Recipients in and around Louisville should check the full NWS product for specifics and follow local guidance.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 4:11PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY

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