Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/08/2026 20:44

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 10:44PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 8, 2026 - 8:44pm
Expires: 
May 8, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description: 
At 1044 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5 miles north of Winnsboro, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 30 mph and pea 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... Pittsburg, Winnsboro, Leesburg, Newsome, Scroggins, Purley, Cason, Midway, Rocky Mound, Harvard, Monticello, Lafayette, Center Point, Holly Springs and Cypress.
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: 
Franklin; Titus; Camp; Morris; Wood; Upshur
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA