Hawesville, Kentucky — A severe thunderstorm is moving east across central Kentucky this evening, and the National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Hancock County and north central Ohio County until 7:30 PM CST.

What is happening:

At 6:56 PM CST, the storm was near Waitman, about 13 miles west of Hawesville, moving east at 35 miles per hour. The warning covers Hawesville, Lewisport, Chambers, Goering, Floral, Weberstown, Arrington Corner, Patesville and Pellville.

Local impacts:

The storm is capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected, and wind damage to roofs, siding and trees is possible.

What to do:

Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows.

Report severe weather to your nearest law enforcement agency or the National Weather Service office in Louisville, Kentucky.

Source: National Weather Service, Louisville, Kentucky. November 11, 2026.