Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 4:28PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 2:28pm
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 427 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Kenner, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Winds 30 to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Kenner, Metairie, and St. Rose.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 215 and 226.
Interstate 310 between mile markers 1 and 3.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is also occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Upper Jefferson; Upper St. Charles; Central St. Charles
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: