Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 11:19PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 29, 2026 - 9:19pm
Expires:
April 29, 2026 - 9:45pm
Description:
At 1119 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Jasper, moving southeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to vegetation and outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Jasper, Newton, Jamestown, Stringtown, and Roganville.
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:
Northern Jasper; Northern Newton
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: