Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 6:09AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 25, 2026 - 4:09am
Expires:
April 25, 2026 - 5:15am
Description:
At 609 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Reserve, moving southeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Reserve, Hahnville, Laplace, Killona, Norco, Montz, Edgard, Ama,
Destrehan, Taft, New Sarpy, St. Rose, Garyville, and Wallace.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 201 and 221.
Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 1 and 4.
Interstate 310 between mile markers 1 and 6.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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. John The Baptist; Upper Jefferson; Upper St. Charles; Central St. Charles; Lower St. Charles
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: