Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 12:43PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 10:43am
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
At 1243 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Welsh, moving north at 20 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...
Welsh, Iowa, Fenton, Pine Island, Lacassine, and Roanoke.
This includes Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 44 and
60.
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:
Northern Jefferson Davis; Southern Calcasieu; Southern Jefferson Davis
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: