Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/08/2026 20:45

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 8, 2026 - 8:45pm
Expires: 
May 8, 2026 - 9:15pm
Description: 
At 1045 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles northeast of Hughes Springs, or 22 miles west of Atlanta, moving east at 5 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... Linden, Fairview and Red Hill.
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: 
Cass
Forcast Office: 
NWS Shreveport LA