Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 5:18PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 3:18pm
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 518 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Enon, or 11 miles north of Covington, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Picayune, Sun, and Bush.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in New Orleans.
Area Description:
Washington; Northern St. Tammany; Pearl River
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: