Texas Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/22/2026 18:45

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 8:45PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 22, 2026 - 6:45pm
Expires: 
May 22, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description: 
At 845 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6 miles northwest of Tatum, or 14 miles southeast of Longview, moving northeast at 10 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... Easton and Darco.
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.
Area Description: 
Gregg; Harrison; Rusk
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA