Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 5:01PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 3:01pm
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 501 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms
capable of producing waterspouts over marine areas along a line
extending from 7 miles north of Buras-triumph to 6 miles southwest of
Empire. Movement was southeast at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs
and blow around unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Port Sulphur, Boothville-venice, Boothville, Empire, Buras,
Buras-triumph, Venice, and Boothville Asos.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
If on or near marine areas, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from
the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not be
caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
Area Description:
Lower Plaquemines
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: