New London VFD

There is a reasonable chance of severe weather this evening/overnight. If this weather develops, there is a possibility of large hail (2 in + diameter) and winds > 60 MPH. We will monitor conditions.

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SHV issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning [tornado: POSSIBLE, damage threat: CONSIDERABLE, wind: 70 MPH (RADAR INDICATED), hail: 1.75 IN (RADAR INDICATED)] for Gregg, Harrison, Rusk, Upshur [TX] till 11:45 PM CDT

https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=126891010

Rusk County sits on an enhanced risk of severe weather this afternoon and through the evening. A reasonable chance of large hail and damaging winds exists over the next several hours. A tornado cannot be ruled out. We’re monitoring conditions.