Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 11:57AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 9:57am
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 10:45am
Description:
At 1156 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Gardere, or near Oak Hills Place, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and half inch 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...
Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Oak Hills Place, St. Gabriel,
Brusly, Livingston, Sorrento, French Settlement, Port Vincent,
Westminster, Old Jefferson, Inniswold, Prairieville, Village St.
George, Shenandoah, Gardere, and Carville.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 160 and 178.
Interstate 12 between mile markers 1 and 5, and between mile markers
18 and 23.
Instruction:
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:
Iberville; West Baton Rouge; East Baton Rouge; Northern Livingston; Southern Livingston; Western Ascension; Eastern Ascension
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: