Louisiana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/01/2026 15:56

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 5:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 1, 2026 - 3:56pm
Expires: 
July 1, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 556 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13 miles southwest of Jonesboro, moving northwest at 15 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... Jonesboro, Martin, Hodge, Goldonna, North Hodge, Dodson, East Hodge, Saline, Lucky, Ashland, Calvin, Bienville, Friendship, Chestnut, Liberty Hill, Creston and Mount Olive.
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: 
Red River; Bienville; Jackson; Natchitoches; Winn
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA