Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 7:43AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 25, 2026 - 5:43am
Expires:
April 25, 2026 - 6:30am
Description:
At 743 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms
capable of producing waterspouts over marine areas along a line
extending from near Myrtle Grove to near Larose. Movement was south
at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts up to 40 to 50 mph.
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.
Locations impacted include...
Larose, Cut Off, Port Sulphur, Galliano, Golden Meadow, Montegut, and
Lafitte.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Lower Plaquemines; Central Jefferson; Coastal Jefferson; Upper Lafourche; Lower Lafourche; Lower Terrebonne
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: