Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi Through 3:15 PM CDT

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Northeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi

A severe thunderstorm capable of 60 mph wind gusts and nickel-sized hail is moving through parts of Louisiana and Mississippi, prompting an immediate warning from the NWS.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning (SVRJAN) for portions of northeast Louisiana and southwest Mississippi. The alert was issued at 2:13 PM CDT and remains in effect until 3:15 PM CDT on March 9, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

  • Louisiana: Southwestern Tensas Parish, Northern Concordia Parish, and Northern Catahoula Parish.
  • Mississippi: Northwestern Jefferson County and North central Adams County.

Specific locations in the path of the storm include Ferriday, Clayton, and Lee Bayou around 2:25 PM CDT; Natchez and Spokane around 2:35 PM CDT; and Waterproof around 2:50 PM CDT.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should seek shelter immediately to avoid potential injury from flying debris or falling trees.

Expected Conditions

  • Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected.
  • Hail: Nickel-sized hail (up to 0.88 inches) is possible.
  • Impacts: Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
  • Source: These conditions have been indicated by radar.

Timeline

The warning is effective from 2:13 PM CDT until 3:15 PM CDT on March 9, 2026. At the time of the alert, the severe thunderstorm was located over Wallace Ridge, or near Harrisonburg, moving east at 30 mph.

Source: NOAA Official Notice

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What is this weather alerts alert about?
A severe thunderstorm capable of 60 mph wind gusts and nickel-sized hail is moving through parts of Louisiana and Mississippi, prompting an immediate warning from the NWS.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Northeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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