Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 1:01AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 24, 2026 - 11:01pm
Expires:
April 24, 2026 - 11:45pm
Description:
At 101 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong
thunderstorms extending from 8 miles southeast of Kilgore to near
Troup, or extending from 8 miles southeast of Kilgore to 11 miles
northeast of Jacksonville, moving southeast at 30 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...
Henderson, Kilgore, Overton, Troup, New London, Arp, Joinerville,
Turnertown, Minden, New Salem, Pinehill, Sacul, Mixon, New
Summerfield, Lakeport, Mount Enterprise, Reklaw, Brachfield,
Laneville and Church Hill.
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:
Smith; Gregg; Cherokee; Rusk; Panola; Nacogdoches
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender: