Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 31 at 5:38AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 31, 2024 - 3:38am
Expires:
October 31, 2024 - 4:15am
Description:
At 537 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles east of Mansfield, moving north at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Mansfield, Ringgold, Carmel, Caspiana, Grand Bayou, Taylortown, Lake
Bistineau South, Elm Grove, Loggy Bayou, Koran, Ninock, Crichton, Mc
Dade, and Sligo.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
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:
Caddo; Bossier; De Soto; Red River; Bienville
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA