Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued November 5 at 11:01AM CST by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
November 5, 2024 - 9:01am
Expires:
November 5, 2024 - 9:45am
Description:
At 1101 AM CST, Doppler radar was tracking line of strong
thunderstorms along a line from 6 miles west of Farmerville to 9
miles southeast of Jonesboro, or along a line from 17 miles
northeast of Ruston to 9 miles southeast of Jonesboro, moving
northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Monroe, Ruston, Claiborne, West Monroe, Winnfield,
Brownsville-Bawcomville, Brownsville-Bawcom, Farmerville,
Richwood, Sterlington, Dubach, Choudrant, Marion, Chatham, Vienna,
Eros, Downsville, Sikes, Mineral Springs and Folksville.
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:
Lincoln; Union; Jackson; Ouachita; Winn; Caldwell
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA