Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 13 at 6:48PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 13, 2026 - 4:48pm
Expires:
June 13, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 648 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking showers capable of
producing funnel clouds and waterspouts near South Vacherie, or 10
miles south of Reserve, moving east at 5 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...
Killona.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
If on or near marine areas, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Move to safe shelter now!
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
this activity passes.
Area Description:
St. John The Baptist; Upper Lafourche; Lower St. Charles
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: