Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 30 at 7:34PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 30, 2026 - 5:34pm
Expires:
April 30, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 734 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing funnel clouds and waterspouts near Myrtle Grove,
or 13 miles northwest of Port Sulphur, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and funnel clouds and winds in excess of 40
mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. If a funnel cloud briefly touches down,
minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
Locations impacted include...
Port Sulphur, Pointe A La Hache, and Myrtle Grove.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Conditions are favorable for the development of weak, brief funnel
clouds. This type of funnel cloud is harmless, but on rare occasions
they can briefly touch down, producing wind gusts over 50 mph. If a
funnel cloud is spotted move indoors or to safe harbor and report
your sighting to the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Lower St. Bernard; Lower Plaquemines
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: