Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 6 at 5:57PM CDT until May 6 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 6, 2026 - 3:57pm
Expires:
May 6, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 557 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located near Tylertown, or 14
miles north of Franklinton, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornado will be near...
Tylertown around 600 PM CDT.
Dexter around 610 PM CDT.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a
basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy
building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in
a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect
yourself from flying debris.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Washington, LA; Walthall, MS
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: