Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 7:47PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 5:47pm
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 747 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Lunita, or 8 miles south of De Quincy, moving south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to vegetation and outdoor
objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Sulphur, Vinton, Edgerly, and Carlyss.
This includes Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 9 and
20.
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 Calcasieu; Southern Calcasieu
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: