Louisiana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/21/2026 16:50

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 6:50PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 21, 2026 - 4:50pm
Expires: 
August 21, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description: 
At 650 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 16 miles southeast of Winnfield, moving south at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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... Dry Prong and Williana.
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.
Area Description: 
Grant
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov