Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 9 at 1:36PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 9, 2026 - 11:36am
Expires:
July 9, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 136 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Arabi, or near Chalmette, moving west at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
New Orleans, Metairie, East New Orleans, Jefferson, Harahan, Elmwood,
Arabi, and Lakefront Airport.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 226 and 233, and
between mile markers 237 and 247.
Interstate 510 between mile markers 1 and 3.
Interstate 610 between mile markers 1 and 4.
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.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Upper St. Bernard; Western Orleans; Eastern Orleans; Upper Jefferson
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: