Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 26 at 3:09AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 26, 2026 - 1:09am
Expires:
April 26, 2026 - 2:15am
Description:
At 309 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong
thunderstorms extending from 10 miles southeast of Huttig to 6 miles
east of Homer, moving southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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, Ruston, Claiborne, West Monroe, Grambling, Huttig,
Brownsville-Bawcom, Brownsville-Bawcomville, Swartz, Farmerville,
Richwood, Haynesville, Bernice, Sterlington, Cooley, Dubach,
Choudrant, Simsboro and Marion.
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:
Union; Claiborne; Lincoln; Union; Jackson; Ouachita; Caldwell
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA