Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 6 at 2:17PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 6, 2026 - 12:17pm
Expires:
June 6, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 216 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing funnel clouds and waterspouts over Eden Isle,
moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and funnel clouds and winds in excess of 40
mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. 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 Orleans, Slidell, Eden Isle, and Pearlington.
This includes Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 259 and
273.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Southeast St. Tammany; Eastern Orleans; Northern St. Tammany
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov