Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 9 at 3:21PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 9, 2026 - 1:21pm
Expires:
July 9, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 321 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Montpelier to 7 miles northwest of Albany.
Movement was northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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...
Greensburg, Amite, Amite City, Kentwood, Independence, Roseland,
Montpelier, Easleyville, Wilmer, and Tangipahoa.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 12 near mile marker 28.
Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 39 and 63.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in New Orleans.
Area Description:
St. Helena; Northern Tangipahoa; Central Tangipahoa; Northern Livingston
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: