Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Natchitoches County, Louisiana
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 21 at 7:13PM CDT until August 21 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
At 713 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles west of Colfax, or 21 miles southeast of Natchitoches, moving south at 10 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and small hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Colfax, Aloha, Lake Iatt and Chopin.
Effective August 21, 2026 at 8:13 PM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Shreveport LA
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
Last Checked
8 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds. Report severe weather to your nearest law enforcement agency or the National Weather Service office in Shreveport LA.
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This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Natchitoches County, Louisiana?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (8 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Natchitoches County?
Download StormCast free on Google Play and set Natchitoches County, Louisiana as one of your monitored locations. StormCast checks the NWS feed continuously and pushes alerts like this directly to your phone — even with the screen off.
What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Grant County.