Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 9:59PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 7:59pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 8:45pm
Description:
At 959 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles southeast of Smithland, or 22 miles northeast of Marshall,
moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Vivian, Oil City, Mooringsport, Belcher, Smithland, Gray,
Uncertain, Caddo Lake, Bethany and Cavett.
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.
If on or near Caddo Lake, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from
the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not be
caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
Area Description:
Caddo; Cass; Marion; Harrison
Forcast Office:
NWS Shreveport LA
Sender: