Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 21 at 2:47PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 12:47pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 247 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing funnel clouds over New Roads, moving southwest
at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Funnel clouds, winds in excess of 40 mph, and pea size
hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...If a funnel cloud briefly touches down, minor damage to
outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds could knock down
tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
New Roads, Livonia, and Fordoche.
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:
Pointe Coupee
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: