Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 13 at 3:48PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 13, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
September 13, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 348 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms 7 miles southeast of Grayson, or 10 miles south of
Columbia, moving southwest at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny 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...
Monroe, Claiborne, West Monroe, Columbia, Brownsville-Bawcomville,
Brownsville-Bawcom, Jena, Richwood, Olla, Clarks, Grayson, Midway,
Urania, Chatham, Tullos, Eros, Sikes, Riverton and Vixen.
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.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Jackson; Ouachita; Winn; Caldwell; La Salle
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov