Louisiana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/12/2026 16:45

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 12 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 12, 2026 - 4:45pm
Expires: 
July 12, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description: 
At 645 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms 7 miles east of Jones, or 9 miles northwest of Oak Grove, moving southeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Oak Grove around 655 PM CDT. Forest around 710 PM CDT.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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: 
Morehouse; West Carroll; East Carroll
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jackson MS