Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 26 at 8:10PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 26, 2026 - 6:10pm
Expires:
August 26, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 810 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southeast of Corinth, or 9 miles north of Nashville, moving
southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Nashville, Prescott, Mineral Springs, Blevins, Tollette,
Washington, Corinth, Saratoga, Center Point, McCaskill, Ozan,
Oakhaven, Bright Star, Silver Ridge, Boughton and Provo.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Sevier; Howard; Hempstead; Nevada
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov