Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Northeast Texas Counties

Source: NOAA · Northeastern Texas

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NWS Shreveport has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Gregg, Harrison, Panola, and Rusk counties in Texas until 8:30 PM CDT.

What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NOAA on June 4, 2026 and geographically references Northeastern Texas. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Weather Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the National Weather Service Shreveport LA on May 22, 2026 at 7:52 PM CDT. The alert is effective from 7:52 PM CDT until 8:30 PM CDT.

Affected Areas

The warning covers Southeastern Gregg County, Southwestern Harrison County, Northwestern Panola County, and Northeastern Rusk County in northeastern Texas. Locations impacted include Tatum, Lakeport, Easton, Chalk Hill, Stewart, Monroe, and Oak Hill.

What You Should Do

Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows.

Expected Conditions

At 7:52 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles southeast of Kilgore, moving east at 15 mph. Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail (1.00 inch).

Timeline

The warning is in effect until 8:30 PM CDT on May 22, 2026.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NWS weather alert.

What is this NWS weather alert about?
NWS Shreveport has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Gregg, Harrison, Panola, and Rusk counties in Texas until 8:30 PM CDT.
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 Northeastern Texas. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
Browse the full Weather Alerts feed on Areazine at areazine.com/weather/ for the latest updates from NOAA and other agencies.