< Arkansas Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/29/2026 21:27

Arkansas Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/29/2026 21:27

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 11:27PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 29, 2026 - 9:27pm
Expires: 
April 29, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description: 
At 1127 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Lisbon, or 7 miles west of El Dorado, moving east at 45 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 30 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... El Dorado, Lawson, Urbana, Lisbon, Pigeon Hill, New London and Newell.
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: 
Union
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA