Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 24 at 4:47PM CST by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 24, 2024 - 2:47pm
Expires:
December 24, 2024 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 447 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southwest of Gibsland, or 14 miles southeast of Minden, moving
northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Ruston, Minden, Grambling, Jonesboro, Arcadia, Bernice, Ringgold,
Gibsland, Dubberly, Heflin, Dubach, Choudrant, Simsboro, Hodge,
North Hodge, Vienna, Hall Summit, East Hodge, Lucky and Castor.
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:
Webster; Claiborne; Lincoln; Union; Red River; Bienville; Jackson
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA