Alert archive / Kentucky / Tornado Warnings in 2018
Tornado Warning 28, NWS Louisville, KY
NWS Louisville, KY issued this tornado warning at Jul 20, 2018, 5:12 PM EDT for Marion County, Nelson County, Washington County, Kentucky. It was in force for 26 min. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The outline as issued.
The facts
- Issued
- Jul 20, 2018, 5:12 PM EDT (21:12 UTC)
- Expired
- Jul 20, 2018, 5:38 PM EDT
- In force
- 26 min
- Issued by
- NWS Louisville, KY
- Area
- Storm-based polygon
- Tornado
- Radar indicated
- Hail
- 1.75 in
Counties Marion County, KY, Nelson County, KY, Washington County, KY
The radar
The Louisville radar (KLVX), 62 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:14 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
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The watch it was issued in
The SPC watch in force over the same counties when this warning went out.
| Issued | Product | Office | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1:37 PM EDT | Tornado Watch | SPC | 7 hr |
The nearest sounding before it
Nashville Metro, TN (KBNA), launched 12:00Z, 9.2 hours before the alert went out and 210 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 918 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -46 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 766 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 27 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 123 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 206 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.7
- Supercell composite
- 5.7
The text
As transmitted.
975
WFUS53 KLMK 202112
TORLMK
KYC155-179-229-202200-
/O.NEW.KLMK.TO.W.0028.180720T2112Z-180720T2200Z/
BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Tornado Warning
National Weather Service Louisville KY
512 PM EDT FRI JUL 20 2018
The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a
* Tornado Warning for...
Central Nelson County in central Kentucky...
Northwestern Marion County in central Kentucky...
Southwestern Washington County in central Kentucky...
* Until 600 PM EDT.
* At 512 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Bardstown, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.
* Locations impacted include...
Springfield, Greenbrier, Fredericktown, Pleasant Grove,
Cisselville, Thompsonville, Manton, Bearwallow, Briartown and
Valley Hill.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
&&
LAT...LON 3770 8546 3776 8546 3778 8510 3766 8511
TIME...MOT...LOC 2112Z 269DEG 23KT 3773 8542
TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED
HAIL...1.75IN
$$
DM2 follow-up statements
159
WWUS53 KLMK 202123
SVSLMK
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Louisville KY
523 PM EDT FRI JUL 20 2018
KYC155-179-202133-
/O.CAN.KLMK.TO.W.0028.000000T0000Z-180720T2200Z/
Nelson KY-Marion KY-
523 PM EDT FRI JUL 20 2018
...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR CENTRAL NELSON AND NORTHWESTERN MARION
COUNTIES IS CANCELLED...
The tornadic thunderstorm which prompted the warning has moved out
of the warned area. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for central
Kentucky.
LAT...LON 3766 8511 3769 8537 3770 8537 3772 8540
3773 8540 3774 8539 3774 8537 3776 8537
3776 8535 3777 8534 3778 8510
TIME...MOT...LOC 2123Z 269DEG 23KT 3773 8533
$$
KYC229-202200-
/O.CON.KLMK.TO.W.0028.000000T0000Z-180720T2200Z/
Washington KY-
523 PM EDT FRI JUL 20 2018
...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM EDT FOR
SOUTHWESTERN WASHINGTON COUNTY...
At 523 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Springfield, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Springfield, Fredericktown, Pleasant Grove, Cisselville,
Thompsonville, Manton, Bearwallow, Briartown, Valley Hill and Litsey.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
&&
LAT...LON 3766 8511 3769 8537 3770 8537 3772 8540
3773 8540 3774 8539 3774 8537 3776 8537
3776 8535 3777 8534 3778 8510
TIME...MOT...LOC 2123Z 269DEG 23KT 3773 8533
TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED
HAIL...1.75IN
$$
DM054
WWUS53 KLMK 202138
SVSLMK
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Louisville KY
538 PM EDT FRI JUL 20 2018
KYC229-202148-
/O.CAN.KLMK.TO.W.0028.000000T0000Z-180720T2200Z/
Washington KY-
538 PM EDT FRI JUL 20 2018
...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR SOUTHWESTERN WASHINGTON COUNTY IS
CANCELLED...
The tornado threat has diminished and the Tornado Warning has been
cancelled. However, large hail and damaging winds remain likely and a
Severe Thunderstorm Warning remains in effect for the area.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for central
Kentucky.
Report severe weather to local law enforcement, post your report to
the National Weather Service Louisville Facebook page, or tweet your
report using hashtag L, M, K, spotter.
LAT...LON 3766 8511 3769 8537 3770 8537 3772 8540
3773 8540 3774 8539 3774 8537 3776 8537
3776 8535 3777 8534 3778 8510
TIME...MOT...LOC 2136Z 269DEG 23KT 3773 8521
$$
DMThe office that day
Everything else NWS Louisville, KY issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 5:30 AM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Oldham | 30 min |
| Jul 20, 6:38 AM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Franklin, Scott, Shelby | 52 min |
| Jul 20, 8:42 AM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Henry | 33 min |
| Jul 20, 9:17 AM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Henry | 28 min |
| Jul 20, 9:35 AM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | LMK | Franklin, Scott | 115 min |
| Jul 20, 9:50 AM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Nicholas, Scott | 40 min |
| Jul 20, 10:29 AM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Bourbon, Scott | 31 min |
| Jul 20, 12:54 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Meade | 51 min |
| Jul 20, 1:53 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Trimble | 37 min |
| Jul 20, 1:57 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Scott | 33 min |
| Jul 20, 2:20 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Jefferson | 70 min |
| Jul 20, 2:20 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | LMK | Trimble | 25 min |
| Jul 20, 2:21 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Hardin, Meade | 24 min |
| Jul 20, 2:44 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Bullitt, Hardin, Jefferson, Meade | 34 min |
| Jul 20, 3:01 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | LMK | Jefferson | 3 hr |
| Jul 20, 3:09 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Bullitt, Jefferson, Shelby, Spencer | 36 min |
| Jul 20, 3:16 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Bullitt | 29 min |
| Jul 20, 3:17 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Shelby | 28 min |
| Jul 20, 3:23 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Bullitt, Nelson, Spencer | 52 min |
| Jul 20, 3:34 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | LMK | Scott | 3 hr |
| Jul 20, 3:38 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Anderson, Franklin, Scott, Shelby, Woodford | 37 min |
| Jul 20, 3:39 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | LMK | Bullitt, Nelson | 51 min |
| Jul 20, 3:44 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Harrison, Nicholas, Scott | 31 min |
| Jul 20, 3:51 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Anderson, Fayette, Jessamine, Scott, Woodford | 39 min |
| Jul 20, 3:55 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Bourbon, Scott, Woodford | 20 min |
| Jul 20, 3:58 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Anderson, Nelson, Spencer, Washington | 62 min |
| Jul 20, 4:08 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Bourbon, Harrison, Nicholas | 37 min |
| Jul 20, 4:14 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | LMK | Mercer, Nelson, Washington | 25 min |
| Jul 20, 4:19 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Clark, Fayette, Jessamine, Madison | 26 min |
| Jul 20, 4:27 PM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | LMK | Harrison | 3 hr |
| Jul 20, 4:29 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | LMK | Fayette | 3 hr |
| Jul 20, 4:33 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Larue | 27 min |
| Jul 20, 4:36 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Anderson, Mercer, Washington, Woodford | 24 min |
| Jul 20, 4:44 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | LMK | Bourbon | 3 hr |
| Jul 20, 4:44 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Marion, Nelson, Washington | 46 min |
| Jul 20, 4:52 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Clark, Fayette, Jessamine, Madison | 38 min |
| Jul 20, 4:59 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Larue | 31 min |
| Jul 20, 4:59 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Anderson, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, Mercer, Washington and 1 more | 31 min |
| Jul 20, 5:09 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | LMK | Clark, Fayette, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer, Woodford | 3 hr |
| Jul 20, 5:20 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Garrard, Madison | 25 min |
| Jul 20, 5:21 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Larue, Marion, Taylor | 54 min |
| Jul 20, 5:26 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Anderson | 34 min |
| Jul 20, 5:30 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Boyle, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer | 30 min |
| Jul 20, 5:34 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Jessamine | 26 min |
| Jul 20, 5:37 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Boyle, Mercer, Washington | 38 min |
| Jul 20, 5:49 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Garrard, Madison | 26 min |
| Jul 20, 5:56 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Marion | 34 min |
| Jul 20, 5:57 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Washington | 33 min |
| Jul 20, 6:01 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Anderson, Nelson, Washington | 17 min |
| Jul 20, 6:02 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Hart | 28 min |
| Jul 20, 6:05 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Larue, Marion, Washington | 40 min |
| Jul 20, 6:15 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Garrard, Madison | 30 min |
| Jul 20, 6:18 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Casey, Lincoln, Marion | 42 min |
| Jul 20, 6:19 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | LMK | Bourbon | 26 min |
| Jul 20, 6:24 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Adair, Green, Metcalfe | 36 min |
| Jul 20, 6:29 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | LMK | Casey, Lincoln | 61 min |
| Jul 20, 6:30 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | LMK | Clark, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison | 3 hr |
| Jul 20, 6:43 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Adair, Casey, Green, Taylor | 32 min |
| Jul 20, 6:45 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Boyle, Casey, Marion, Washington | 30 min |
| Jul 20, 6:52 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Cumberland, Metcalfe, Monroe | 38 min |
| Jul 20, 6:56 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Adair, Cumberland, Metcalfe | 49 min |
| Jul 20, 7:06 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Boyle, Casey, Lincoln, Marion, Taylor | 24 min |
| Jul 20, 7:08 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Trimble | 37 min |
| Jul 20, 7:15 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Adair, Green, Taylor | 30 min |
| Jul 20, 7:18 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Oldham | 27 min |
| Jul 20, 7:24 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, Monroe, Russell | 36 min |
| Jul 20, 7:29 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Boyle, Casey, Garrard, Lincoln | 31 min |
| Jul 20, 7:29 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Barren, Metcalfe, Monroe | 31 min |
| Jul 20, 7:34 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Oldham | 26 min |
| Jul 20, 7:42 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Adair, Taylor | 33 min |
| Jul 20, 7:45 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Oldham | 15 min |
| Jul 20, 7:54 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Meade | 23 min |
| Jul 20, 7:55 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Oldham, Shelby | 35 min |
| Jul 20, 7:59 PM EDT | Severe Thunderstorm Warning | LMK | Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell | 46 min |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.