Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 12:37PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 10:37am
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
At 1237 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms over Cankton, or near Carencro, moving east at 35 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...
Lafayette, Opelousas, Scott, Breaux Bridge, Rayne, Carencro, St.
Martinville, Church Point, Krotz Springs, Leonville, Arnaudville,
Broussard, Sunset, Port Barre, Duson, Henderson, Grand Coteau,
Cankton, Cecilia, and Mire.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 90 and 118.
Interstate 49 between mile markers 1 and 23.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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. Landry; Lafayette; Upper St. Martin; Northern Acadia
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: