January 19, 2022 - The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook at 5:19am CST on Wednesday, January 19, 2022.
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of south central Arkansas, southwest Arkansas, north central Louisiana, northwest Louisiana, east Texas and northeast Texas.
Today and Tonight: Showers and thunderstorms will develop near a strong cold front as it moves across the region today. A few strong to severe storms will be possible during the afternoon and evening hours. Large hail, damaging wind gusts, and a tornado or two will all be possible. Behind the front, a very cold airmass will move into area, with temps tonight falling into the low to mid 30s.
Thursday through Tuesday: Below normal temperatures will remain in place from the end of the work week into the first half of the weekend. Daily high temperatures will only climb into the 40s, with overnight lows in the 20s. Warmer temperatures and rain chances will return on Monday and Tuesday as another upper level disturbance moves into the region.
Spotter Information Statement: Activation of emergency management personnel, amateur radio operators and storm spotters will not be needed through Tuesday.
