First published 9/18/2026, 10:01:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 10:01:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 5:18PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

The National Weather Service office in Jackson, KY issued a Special Weather Statement on 2026-09-18 at 17:18 EDT. The statement indicates potential hazardous or notable weather affecting the Jackson, Kentucky area; no further details are provided in the supplied source fields.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

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

Confidence: 7/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 2/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 4/10The 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: 3/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements flag potentially impactful weather (e.g., strong thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, or other hazardous but non-life‑threatening conditions). Local residents and travelers in the Jackson, KY area may need to monitor conditions and adjust plans.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 5:18PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

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