Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 2:19PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 12:19pm
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 218 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
French Settlement, or 8 miles northeast of Gonzales, moving east at
15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Reserve, Gramercy, Lutcher, Sorrento, French Settlement, Port
Vincent, Garyville, Whitehall, and Killian.
This includes Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 187 and
202.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
St. James; St. John The Baptist; Northern Livingston; Southern Livingston; Western Ascension; Eastern Ascension
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: