Headline:
Tropical Storm Warning issued July 22 at 3:50AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Tropical Storm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 22, 2026 - 1:50am
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 10:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and
seas 6 to 11 ft.
* WHERE...Atchafalaya and East Cote Blanche Bays, Coastal waters
from Lower Atchafalaya River to Intracoastal City LA out 20 NM
and Coastal waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to
Intracoastal City LA from 20 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...Tonight into Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Tropical storm force winds and hazardous seas will
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
Atchafalaya and East Cote Blanche Bays; Coastal waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to Intracoastal City LA out 20 NM; Waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to Intracoastal City LA from 20 to 60 NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: