Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 5:39PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 3:39pm
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 539 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong
thunderstorms extending from near Greenwood to 6 miles southwest of
Karnack, or extending from 7 miles west of Shreveport to 9 miles
northeast of Marshall, moving southwest at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea 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...
Shreveport, Marshall, Greenwood, Blanchard, Waskom, Elysian Fields,
Karnack, Scottsville, Jonesville, Leigh, Bethany and Cross Lake.
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:
Caddo; Marion; Harrison; Panola
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov