Louisiana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/06/2026 12:37

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 2:37PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 6, 2026 - 12:37pm
Expires: 
July 6, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description: 
At 237 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11 miles southeast of Ruston, moving east at 25 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... West Monroe, Brownsville-Bawcomville, Brownsville-Bawcom, Choudrant, Chatham, Eros, Caderville, Mineral Springs, Calhoun, Lapine, Folksville, Cheniere, Luna and Vixen.
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: 
Lincoln; Jackson; Ouachita; Caldwell
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA