Shreveport, LA – A severe weather system is expected to bring damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and possible hail to northwest Louisiana late tonight. The National Weather Service has placed the area under a Level 2 severe weather threat, with strong thunderstorms anticipated after midnight. Residents should prepare for potentially hazardous conditions, particularly along key routes like I-20 and I-49, which may experience high winds and localized flooding.
According to the National Weather Service, the primary risk is strong wind gusts reaching up to 57 mph, with a 15% chance of significant impact in Shreveport and nearby areas. This threat is expected to last until early Thursday morning. Additionally, there is a small but notable 5% chance of tornado activity within a 25-mile radius, and a 15% chance of hail over an inch in diameter. Those in mobile homes or temporary structures should identify safer shelter options as a precaution.
Tonight’s forecast calls for overcast skies with a 90% chance of thunderstorms after 1 a.m., accompanied by low temperatures around 70 degrees. Winds will shift southward, bringing increased humidity and a risk of sudden, gusty conditions. The severe weather risk spans through early Thursday, when scattered showers will persist, likely clearing by afternoon as the storm system moves eastward.
The upcoming days will bring cooler but unsettled weather. Showers are likely Thursday night with lows dipping to 66 degrees, while Friday’s forecast includes scattered rain and highs near 78. For Saturday and Sunday, expect partly sunny skies with intermittent rain chances, while highs remain in the lower 80s.
Residents are advised to monitor local weather updates and follow safety alerts closely. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather notifications, especially if traveling along major roads during storm hours.
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