Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 10:20AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 2, 2026 - 8:20am
Expires:
June 2, 2026 - 9:15am
Description:
At 1020 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms 29 miles north of Gillham, or 33 miles northwest of
Umpire, 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...
Umpire, Gillham, Athens, Plunketville, Watson, Hochatown,
Smithville and Burg.
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.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Sevier; Howard; McCurtain
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA