Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 19 at 4:50PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 19, 2026 - 2:50pm
Expires:
May 19, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 450 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong
thunderstorms extending from near Heflin to 6 miles southwest of
Ringgold, or extending from 10 miles south of Minden to 24 miles
southeast of Bossier City, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea 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...
Ringgold, Sibley, Doyline, Dubberly, Heflin, Jamestown, Ogden,
Noles Landing, Lake Bistineau North, Plum Orchard Landing, Lake
Bistineau South, Ada and Sailes.
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:
Bossier; Webster; Claiborne; Bienville
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender: