Shreveport, Louisiana – Scattered strong to severe thunderstorms could develop Sunday across the Ark-La-Tex region, bringing risks of large hail and damaging winds.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, storms expected across the Four-State Region on Sunday may produce hail around quarter size and wind gusts near 60 mph or stronger, with forecasters noting that a tornado or two cannot be ruled out.
The outlook places much of the region—including Shreveport, Longview, Tyler, Texarkana, Ruston and Monroe—under a Level 2 “Slight Risk” for severe weather. Areas farther south show a lower Level 1 marginal risk, while thunderstorms remain possible throughout the broader region.
NWS forecasters said the primary hazards will likely be large hail and damaging straight-line winds, which can bring down tree limbs, damage vehicles and cause localized power outages. While the tornado threat is considered low, meteorologists emphasized that isolated tornado development remains possible within stronger storm cells.
The severe weather risk is expected to impact much of East Texas, northern Louisiana, southern Arkansas and nearby areas, commonly referred to as the Ark-La-Tex or Four-State Region.
Meteorologists are urging residents to monitor updated forecasts and ensure multiple ways to receive weather warnings, including weather radios, mobile alerts and local media.
Knowing where to shelter and reviewing severe weather safety plans ahead of time can help residents respond quickly if warnings are issued Sunday.
The potential storms may also affect weekend travel and outdoor activities, particularly for students, service workers, and commuters across the region preparing for the start of the workweek.
Additional updates are expected as forecasters refine timing and storm intensity.
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