Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 8:57PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 6:57pm
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 857 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Saratoga, or 11 miles south of Mineral Springs, moving east at 40
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Hope, Prescott, Emmet, Perrytown, Tollette, Fulton, Washington,
Bodcaw, Saratoga, McNab, Oakhaven, Sutton, Bright Star, Laneburg
and Red Bluff.
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:
Howard; Little River; Hempstead; Nevada
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA