Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 20 at 5:24PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 20, 2026 - 3:24pm
Expires:
August 20, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 524 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 33
miles north of Broken Bow, or near Octavia, moving southeast at 10
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Smithville.
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:
McCurtain
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov