< Arkansas Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/24/2026 16:11

Arkansas Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/24/2026 16:11

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 24 at 6:11PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 24, 2026 - 4:11pm
Expires: 
April 24, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description: 
At 611 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles southeast of Fulton, or 11 miles southwest of Hope, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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... Bodcaw, Patmos and Sutton.
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.
Area Description: 
Hempstead; Nevada
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA