Shreveport, LA – A tornado watch remains in effect for parts of Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Tennessee as severe storms move through the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued Tornado Watch 44 and Tornado Watch 45, with alerts valid until 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. CDT, respectively.
According to the NWS, Tornado Watch 44 includes several parishes in Louisiana, including Caldwell, Grant, Jackson, La Salle, Ouachita, and Winn. Additionally, counties in Mississippi and Tennessee, such as Coahoma, Panola, and Fayette, are under watch as storms develop. The primary threats include damaging winds, large hail, and potential tornadoes.
Tornado Watch 45 extends the severe weather alert through 6 p.m. CDT and covers a broader area, including over 60 counties in Mississippi and multiple parishes in Louisiana. This watch includes major cities such as Baton Rouge, Jackson, and Meridian. Residents in the affected areas should remain weather-aware and be prepared to take shelter if warnings are issued.
Meteorologists advise staying tuned to local weather updates and ensuring emergency preparedness plans are in place. Flash flooding and strong winds may also accompany these storms, increasing the risk for travel disruptions and power outages.
For the latest updates, residents are encouraged to monitor forecasts from the NWS and local emergency management officials.
