Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued November 18 at 3:45PM CST by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
November 18, 2024 - 1:45pm
Expires:
November 18, 2024 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 345 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Hemphill, or 37 miles southeast of Center, moving northeast at 35
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...
Milam.
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.
If on or near Toledo Bend Reservoir, get out of the water and move
indoors or inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to
10 miles from the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you
are close enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter
now! Do not be caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
Area Description:
Sabine; Sabine
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA