Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 28 at 7:07PM CDT until April 28 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 28, 2026 - 5:07pm
Expires:
April 28, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 707 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 5 miles northwest of Washington, or 10 miles southeast of
Nashville, moving southeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Blevins, Washington, McCaskill, Ozan and Oakhaven.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building
away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a
vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself
from flying debris.
Area Description:
Hempstead, AR
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA