Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 10:54AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 8:54am
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 9:30am
Description:
At 1054 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing a landspout near Sabine National Wildlife,
moving northeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
Locations impacted include...
Sabine National Wildlife, Johnsons Bayou, and Hackberry.
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.
Area Description:
West Cameron
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: