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Slight risk for severe storms issued; gusts up to 75 mph possible

Portions of Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi and Tennessee are under a slight risk for severe thunderstorms with the potential for wind gusts up to 75 mph, a social media post from a local weather account said.

The post advised residents to be prepared this afternoon and evening and to monitor conditions. It did not specify which agency issued the risk category.

The account said the area is familiar with the power of such systems and urged caution during the expected storms.

The post included hashtags referencing weather in Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi and Tennessee but provided no further detail on timing or impact areas.

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Jon Ross Myers

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