Shreveport, Louisiana – Severe weather could impact parts of Louisiana this evening, with small hail being one of the primary threats. Strong storms will develop this afternoon and persist into the evening, especially west of the I-49 corridor. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that the storms have the potential to produce gusty winds and small hail, which could lead to minor damage in localized areas.
According to NWS Shreveport, the storms are expected to affect parts of southeast Oklahoma, southwest Arkansas, northeast Texas, and northwest Louisiana. These storms may bring heavy downpours, further increasing the risk of localized flooding. However, small hail is one of the most immediate concerns for this evening, with the possibility of hailstones causing property damage, especially in rural or unprotected areas.
Areas west of the I-49 corridor will be most affected, including cities like Shreveport, Longview, and Texarkana. Residents are advised to stay alert for rapidly changing conditions and to take precautions if traveling, particularly along Interstate 20 and U.S. Route 59.
This severe weather threat is expected to continue until late evening, with further updates from local authorities and the NWS. Stay tuned for more alerts as the storm system develops.
