Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 6:07AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 4:07am
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
At 607 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Osyka to 6 miles southeast of New Roads.
Movement was southeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Baton Rouge, Zachary, Baker, Denham Springs, Franklinton, Greensburg,
Amite, Walker, Amite City, Kentwood, Independence, Roseland,
Slaughter, Osyka, Montpelier, Watson, Darlington, Central, Mount
Herman, and Wilmer.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 40 and 66.
Interstate 110 in Louisiana between mile markers 3 and 8.
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.
Area Description:
West Feliciana; East Feliciana; St. Helena; Washington; East Baton Rouge; Northern Tangipahoa; Central Tangipahoa; Northern Livingston; Pike
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov