Louisiana Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/29/2026 21:07

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 11:07PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 29, 2026 - 9:07pm
Expires: 
April 29, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description: 
At 1107 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong thunderstorms 17 miles south of Natchitoches, moving east at 50 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... Many, Colfax, Florien, Pollock, Dry Prong, Fisher, Bellwood, Gorum, Cloutierville, Kisatchie, Chopin, Aloha, Mount Carmel and Bentley.
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: 
Sabine; Natchitoches; Grant
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA