Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 5:06AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 25, 2026 - 3:06am
Expires:
April 25, 2026 - 3:45am
Description:
At 506 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Amite, moving southeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 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...
Hammond, Amite, Ponchatoula, Amite City, Independence, Roseland,
Folsom, Natalbany, Robert, Wilmer, and Tickfaw.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 12 between mile markers 35 and 53.
Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 28 and 49.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
St. Helena; Washington; Northern Tangipahoa; Northern St. Tammany; Central Tangipahoa; Lower Tangipahoa
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: