Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 2:12PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 2, 2026 - 12:12pm
Expires:
June 2, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 212 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms near Mixon, or 8 miles south of Whitehouse, moving west
at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Tyler, Jacksonville, Whitehouse, Lindale, Overton, Bullard, Troup,
Arp, Mixon, Mount Selman, Reese, Turnertown, Noonday, New Chapel
Hill, Cuney, Teaselville, Concord, Red Springs and Carroll.
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:
Smith; Cherokee; Rusk
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender: