Louisiana Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/22/2026 19:04

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 9:04PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 22, 2026 - 7:04pm
Expires: 
May 22, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description: 
At 904 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11 miles southeast of Ruston, moving east 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... Eros, Mineral Springs, Caderville, Calhoun, Folksville and Cheniere.
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: 
Jackson; Ouachita
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA