Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 26 at 5:24PM CST by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 26, 2024 - 3:24pm
Expires:
December 26, 2024 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 524 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6
miles south of Joaquin, or 10 miles northeast of Center, moving
northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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...
Center, Mansfield, Coushatta, Logansport, Joaquin, Huxley, South
Mansfield, Keachi, Grand Cane, Longstreet, Stanley, Carmel, Reeds
Store, Kingston, Gloster, Frierson, Grand Bayou, Evelyn, Caspiana
and Rambin.
Instruction:
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.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead
to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Caddo; Bossier; De Soto; Red River; Panola; Shelby
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA