Louisiana Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/08/2026 07:34

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 9:34AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 8, 2026 - 7:34am
Expires: 
May 8, 2026 - 8:00am
Description: 
At 934 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 6 miles southeast of Kentwood to Enon. Movement was northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 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... Bogalusa, Franklinton, Enon, Mount Herman, and Wilmer.
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: 
Washington; Northern Tangipahoa
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov