Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 11:26PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 29, 2026 - 9:26pm
Expires:
April 29, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
At 1126 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Flatwoods to near Anacoco. Movement was
southeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 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 vegetation and outdoor
objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Alexandria, Leesville, Boyce, Anacoco, Hineston, Lena, Alexandria
International Airport, Pitkin, Slagle, Fort Polk, Hornbeck, Lacamp,
Fullerton, Hutton, Clifton, Flatwoods, Otis, Elmer, Kurthwood, and
Leander.
This includes Interstate 49 between mile markers 91 and 109.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Vernon; Rapides
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: