Jonesboro, Arkansas – Severe weather moving through Northeast Arkansas on Saturday afternoon left damage in parts of Greene and Jackson counties, with strong winds bringing down trees and power lines and creating hazardous conditions on some roads.
Greene County Sheriff Brad Snyder said several areas near county roads 728, 729, 765 and 739 were affected as storms passed through the region.
Deputies responding to the areas reported multiple large trees down along with power lines. The combination of debris and damaged infrastructure created additional concerns for motorists, particularly in southern Greene County.
Snyder also said two vehicles were involved in crashes as the storm moved through the area. While the storms brought difficult driving conditions, officials urged motorists to remain cautious and watch for debris that could be blocking or partially covering roadways.
Residents traveling through affected parts of Greene County were encouraged to slow down and remain alert, especially where fallen trees and power lines had created obstacles.
In neighboring Jackson County, the county’s Office of Emergency Management also reported damage following the storms. Officials said strong and damaging winds caused minor damage in several locations.
The reports from both counties came as a broader storm system moved across Northeast Arkansas on Saturday. The high winds affected communities throughout the region, with thousands of residents losing electrical service during the storms.
Power outages were reported across Northeast Arkansas as winds moved through the area. For residents dealing with outages, fallen trees and other storm-related problems, the effects continued even after the worst weather had passed.
The damage reports from Greene and Jackson counties were generally focused on wind-related impacts, including downed trees and power lines. Officials continued to monitor conditions and assess the effects of the storms in affected areas.
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For drivers, fallen trees, branches and other debris can remain a danger even after winds have weakened. Authorities’ warnings about road conditions were particularly important in southern Greene County, where debris was reported following the storm.
Saturday’s weather served as another reminder of how quickly strong winds can create dangerous conditions across Northeast Arkansas. While the damage reported in Jackson County was described as minor, the combination of road hazards, power outages and downed infrastructure affected residents across multiple communities.
Officials continued to urge residents to use caution in areas that experienced storm damage and to remain aware of changing road and utility conditions as cleanup efforts continued.
