Hail — St. Francis, Arkansas

2025-05-18 · near Forrest City Muni Ar, St. Francis, Arkansas

Wider weather episode

A warm front lifting north across the area resulted in additional moisture advecting into the region, which enhanced atmospheric recovery. An increasing low-level jet enhanced the risk for severe storms. A supercell was able to form and flourish, and cause significant wind damage during the evening hours.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1260318. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.