Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 2 at 3:49PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 2, 2026 - 1:49pm
Expires:
April 2, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 349 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles north of Livingston, or 13 miles northeast of Denham Springs,
moving northeast at 25 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...
Greensburg, Amite City, Livingston, Roseland, Montpelier, and
Darlington.
This includes Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 47 and
53.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is 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:
St. Helena; Northern Tangipahoa; Northern Livingston
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: