Severe Storms Threaten Shreveport, Louisiana on Saturday

Tornado and hail risks prompt weather alert for the Four State Region

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The National Weather Service has issued a Slight Risk (level 2 out of 5) for severe thunderstorms on Saturday, February 14, in the Four State Region, including areas of Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Damaging winds, small hail, and isolated tornadoes are the primary threats, particularly along major highways like I-20 and I-49 in the Shreveport area.

Why it matters

Severe weather can cause sudden and dangerous road conditions, power outages, and property damage, so residents and travelers need to stay alert and prepared for rapidly changing conditions on Saturday.

The details

Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop through the afternoon and continue into the evening, with the most significant risks affecting central and northern Louisiana, eastern Texas, and parts of Arkansas. Areas along I-20, including Shreveport, are in the highest-risk zone for damaging winds up to 60 mph and hail ranging from penny to quarter-sized. A few isolated tornadoes are also a threat.

  • The severe weather risk is heightened from Saturday afternoon through the evening hours.
  • The National Weather Service issued the Slight Risk alert on February 13, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service in Shreveport

The regional office of the National Weather Service that issued the severe weather alert for the Four State Region.

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What they’re saying

“Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop through the afternoon and continue into the evening, with the most significant risks affecting central and northern Louisiana, eastern Texas, and parts of Arkansas.”

— National Weather Service (countryherald.com)

“Areas along I-20, including Shreveport, are in the highest-risk zone for damaging winds up to 60 mph and hail ranging from penny to quarter-sized.”

— National Weather Service (countryherald.com)

What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the situation and issue updated forecasts and warnings as needed on Saturday.

The takeaway

Residents and travelers in the Shreveport area and surrounding regions should stay alert, have multiple ways to receive weather updates, and be prepared to take shelter if severe storms develop on Saturday afternoon and evening.