Active AlertsBlanchard, LA

At 1106 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Elysian Fields, or 18 miles southeast of Marshall, moving east at 30 mph.
Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
Source: Radar indicated.
Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include Shreveport, Bossier City, Greenwood, Blanchard, Waskom, Benton, Fosters, Elysian Fields, Deberry, Cross Lake, Keithville, Spring Ridge, Forbing, Jonesville, Barksdale Air Force Base, Ferguson, Robson and Taylortown.

Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.