Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 23 at 11:10PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 23, 2026 - 9:10pm
Expires:
June 23, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
At 1110 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms extending from near Farmerville to 19 miles north of
Campti, or extending from 18 miles northwest of Claiborne to 19 miles
west of Jonesboro, moving southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Monroe, Ruston, Claiborne, West Monroe, Grambling, Winnfield,
Jonesboro, Brownsville-Bawcomville, Brownsville-Bawcom, Swartz,
Farmerville, Richwood, Sterlington, Dubach, Choudrant, Chatham,
Hodge, Goldonna and North Hodge.
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.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Lincoln; Union; Red River; Bienville; Jackson; Ouachita; Natchitoches; Winn; Caldwell
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender: