Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 10:32PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 29, 2026 - 8:32pm
Expires:
April 29, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
At 1032 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Newton, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to vegetation and outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Newton, Merryville, Bon Weir, and Junction.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also 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.
Area Description:
Beauregard; Northern Newton
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: