Shreveport, Louisiana – Residents across East Texas and Northern Louisiana are facing an active severe weather setup today, with thunderstorms capable of producing large hail, damaging wind gusts, and a risk for isolated tornadoes, especially from late morning through this evening. The most concerning impacts are expected across the southern half of the region, where storms could quickly turn severe and disrupt travel and outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, the greatest threat area stretches from Northeast Texas into much of Northern Louisiana, including locations near and south of the I-20 corridor. Forecasters highlight damaging wind gusts over 60 mph as the primary hazard, with storms also capable of producing quarter-size hail or larger. A limited but notable tornado risk exists, particularly across the lower Toledo Bend region, Sam Rayburn Country, and parts of west central and northeast Louisiana.
Cities including Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Tyler, Longview, Shreveport, and areas toward Monroe and Ruston could see storms intensify rapidly this afternoon. Power outages, downed trees, and hazardous driving conditions are possible if stronger cells move through populated areas. Emergency managers urge residents to secure loose outdoor items, avoid unnecessary travel during storms, and have multiple ways to receive warnings.
The severe weather threat is expected to persist through this evening, and additional watches or warnings may be issued as storms develop and track eastward. Stay alert and be ready to take shelter quickly if warnings are issued.
