Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 8 at 6:28PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 8, 2026 - 4:28pm
Expires:
September 8, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 628 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Longview, moving northwest at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Longview, Kilgore, White Oak, Gladewater, Gilmer, Clarksville City,
East Mountain, West Mountain, Union Grove, Warren City, Pritchett
and Rolling Meadows.
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:
Upshur; Gregg
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov