Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 2:36AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 12:36am
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 1:15am
Description:
At 236 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing funnel clouds over Edgard, or near Reserve,
moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Funnel clouds and winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...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...
Reserve, Hahnville, Laplace, Killona, Norco, Montz, Edgard,
Destrehan, Taft, New Sarpy, Garyville, St. Rose, Wallace, and W Lk
Pontchartrain Buoy.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 200 and 221.
Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 1 and 16.
Interstate 310 between mile markers 1 and 6.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm 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.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 600 AM CDT for southeastern
Louisiana.
Area Description:
St. John The Baptist; Lower Tangipahoa; Upper St. Charles; Central St. Charles; Lower St. Charles
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: