Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 11:34PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 9:34pm
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description:
At 1134 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms over Ida, or 17 miles east of Atlanta, moving east at
50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 30 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...
Springhill, Cullen, Plain Dealing, Cotton Valley, Sarepta, Bradley,
Rodessa, Ida, Welcome, Brightstar, Bolinger, Gin City, State Line,
Canale, Pleasant Valley, Kiblah and Walkerville.
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:
Miller; Lafayette; Columbia; Caddo; Bossier; Webster
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA