Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 8:25AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 6:25am
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
At 824 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms
capable of producing waterspouts over marine areas along a line
extending from 9 miles east of Saucier to Long Beach. Movement was
east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Waterspouts, wind gusts up to 50 mph, and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs
and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor
objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Gulfport, Biloxi, Ocean Springs, Long Beach, Moss Point, St. Martin,
Escatawpa, Gautier, D'iberville, Latimer, Big Point, Gulf Hills,
Vancleave, Gulf Park Estates, Hickory Hills, Wade, and Gulfport
Airport.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 10 in Mississippi between mile markers 32 and 67.
Interstate 110 in Mississippi between mile markers 1 and 4.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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.
If on or near marine areas, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from
the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not be
caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
Area Description:
Northern Harrison; Northern Jackson; Southern Harrison; Southern Jackson
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: