First published 9/18/2026, 8:45:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 8:45:15 PM

Special Weather Statement — NWS Jackson KY (Sep 18, 2026)

The National Weather Service office in Jackson, Kentucky issued a Special Weather Statement on September 18 (3:07 PM EDT). The alert title is provided but the statement text and specific hazards or impacts are not included 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: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 5/10The 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: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements typically notify residents and travelers about short-term hazardous or noteworthy weather conditions that could affect safety or travel. Local audiences should check the full NWS message for details and take precautions as appropriate.

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Sources

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:07PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

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