Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 4:00pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 600 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles west of Converse, or 18 miles southwest of Mansfield, moving
south at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Patroon, Huxley, Toledo Bend Reservoir North, Jordans Store and
Hurstown.
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:
Sabine; Shelby
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov