Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 8:16AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 1, 2026 - 6:16am
Expires:
July 1, 2026 - 6:45am
Description:
At 816 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Forked Island, moving northwest at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Kaplan, Gueydan, Forked Island, Wright, and Lyons Point.
Instruction:
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.
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.
Area Description:
Upper Vermilion; Southern Acadia; Lower Vermilion
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: