Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 7:36PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 5:36pm
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 736 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Charenton, or 8 miles northeast of Franklin, moving northeast at 10
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 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 vegetation and outdoor
objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Franklin, Jeanerette, Belle River, Baldwin, Sorrel, Glencoe,
Charenton, Pierre Part, and Centerville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Upper St. Martin; Lower St. Martin; Upper Iberia; Upper St. Mary; Lower Iberia; Lower St. Mary
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: