Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Tensas 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 4:42PM CDT until August 21 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
At 441 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Newellton, or 11 miles northeast of St. Joseph, moving southeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. This severe storm will be near... Port Gibson around 455 PM CDT. Pattison and Lorman around 510 PM CDT. Red Lick around 515 PM CDT.
Effective August 21, 2026 at 5:42 PM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Jackson MS
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Last Checked
52 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Tensas 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 (52 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Tensas County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Claiborne County.