Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 28 at 12:12PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 28, 2026 - 10:12am
Expires:
April 28, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
At 1212 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Winthrop, or 8 miles northeast of Foreman, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Nashville, Mineral Springs, Lockesburg, Tollette, Winthrop, Ben
Lomond, Center Point, Oak Grove, Browntown, Silver Ridge, Bellview
and Central.
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:
Sevier; Howard; Little River; Hempstead
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA