Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 24 at 3:18PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 24, 2026 - 1:18pm
Expires:
April 24, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 317 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing waterspouts over marine areas near New Orleans.
This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Waterspouts, winds in excess of 40 mph, and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs
and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor
objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
New Orleans, East New Orleans, and Lake Catherine.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 247 and 256.
Interstate 510 near mile marker 1.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Western Orleans; Eastern Orleans
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: