Live National Weather Service alerts for Jackson
Source: National Weather Service Memphis (MEG) via api.weather.gov for Jackson, TN. Always follow official guidance; for emergencies call 911.
When we sign on: emergency alerts on Raw 100.5
Low-power FM stations take part in the Emergency Alert System (EAS), the national public warning system. Alerts are created by authorized federal, state and local officials, and many start with the National Weather Service. The FCC does not create or send them (FCC: Emergency Alert System ↗).
When Raw 100.5 signs on, our plan is to carry EAS alerts as the FCC rules require and to pass along information from local officials such as Madison County Emergency Management.
West Tennessee storm prep
Tornadoes
- A watch means conditions could produce a tornado. A warning means one is happening or about to.
- Go to the lowest floor, an interior room away from windows. Cover your head.
- A mobile home is not safe in a tornado. Know where your nearest sturdy shelter is.
Severe thunderstorms
- Damaging wind, hail and lightning can come with little warning.
- When thunder roars, go indoors. Stay away from windows and unplug sensitive equipment.
- Secure or bring in outdoor items.
Flooding
- Turn around, don’t drown. Never drive through flooded roads.
- Move to higher ground if water is rising. Stay out of floodwater.
- Know the flood-prone roads on your routes.
Ice storms and winter weather
- Ice can bring down trees and power lines. Plan for outages of a day or more.
- Stay off icy roads. Keep warm clothing, blankets and a battery radio ready.
- Never run a generator or grill indoors. It can cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
Extreme heat
- Drink water, rest in the shade or air conditioning, and limit outdoor work in the afternoon.
- Never leave children or pets in a parked car.
- Check on older neighbors and anyone without air conditioning.
Official sources
- National Weather Service Memphis ↗: forecasts, watches and warnings for Jackson and West Tennessee
- NOAA Weather Radio ↗: a battery-backed radio that sounds an alarm for warnings in your county
- Jackson-Madison County Emergency Management Agency ↗: 239 Grady Montgomery Drive, Jackson, TN 38301, (731) 427-1271
- Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) ↗
- ReadyTN ↗: make a plan, build a kit and learn how to get alerts in Tennessee
- Ready.gov ↗: national preparedness guides
- Community Resources and the Weather page on this site
Text and email alert sign-up
We are planning optional text and email alerts for severe weather and community-safety notices.
Shelters and resources
Open storm shelters, warming and cooling centers, and where to get help after a storm in Jackson and Madison County will be posted here when available.