Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 4:04PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 2:04pm
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 404 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Lockport, or 9 miles northwest of Larose, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Lockport, Mathews, Bayou Gauche, Paradis, Des Allemands, and
Raceland.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm 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:
Upper Lafourche; Lower St. Charles
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov