RUSTON, La. — North Louisiana is expected to face another round of unsettled weather Tuesday into early Wednesday, with forecasters warning that severe thunderstorms could bring large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes.
The greatest threat in North Louisiana is expected mainly Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday night, with the highest risk generally along and north of the Interstate 20 corridor. That includes communities such as Ruston, Shreveport, Monroe and surrounding areas.
Forecasters said severe weather could develop across much of the ArkLaTex region, but North Louisiana residents should be prepared for the possibility of very large hail, wind gusts strong enough to damage trees and power lines, isolated flooding and tornadoes. A strong tornado cannot be ruled out.
Storm coverage becomes more uncertain later Tuesday night into early Wednesday, especially from 10 p.m. Tuesday until 3 a.m. Wednesday. That time frame includes portions of northwest and north-central Louisiana south of I-20, where additional storms may redevelop.
Officials urged residents to have multiple ways to receive weather warnings overnight, including weather radios, smartphone alerts and local media updates. Residents are also encouraged to review shelter plans in case tornado warnings are issued.
The active pattern follows earlier rounds of severe weather across the region and could continue to produce rapidly changing conditions through midweek.
