Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 24 at 4:35PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 24, 2026 - 2:35pm
Expires:
May 24, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 434 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles north of Burrwood, or 36 miles southeast of Port Sulphur,
moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 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 outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Venice and Boothville-venice.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
Area Description:
Lower Plaquemines
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: