Shreveport, Louisiana – A marginal risk for severe storms could bring quarter-size hail and damaging wind gusts across the Shreveport-Bossier area late Thursday afternoon into the evening, potentially affecting travel along Interstate 20 and Interstate 49.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, the Storm Prediction Center has placed eastern portions of the Four State Region — including Caddo and Bossier parishes — under a Level 1 out of 5 severe weather risk for Thursday, Feb. 26. Hail near the size of quarters is identified as the primary threat, though isolated wind gusts reaching 60 mph are also possible.
The risk area includes communities along the I-20 corridor from Greenwood through downtown Shreveport and east toward Bossier City, as well as areas near Youree Drive, US-71 and I-220. Storms are expected to develop during the late afternoon hours and continue into the evening commute period.
While the overall classification is marginal, isolated severe storms can still produce brief but intense impacts. Hail of this size can dent vehicles, damage roofing materials and create hazardous driving conditions. Strong wind gusts may down small limbs and cause isolated power outages.
Forecasters advise residents to monitor weather updates and ensure multiple ways to receive warnings, particularly if traveling along major roadways during peak traffic hours. Evening commuters and students returning from after-school activities may experience delays if storms intensify.
Additional updates are expected as conditions evolve Thursday afternoon.
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