Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 4:40AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 2:40am
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 3:15am
Description:
At 440 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southeast of Dolorosa, or 22 miles southeast of Natchez, moving
east at 45 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...
Liberty, Gloster, Smithdale, Dolorosa, and Crosby.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
Area Description:
Wilkinson; Amite
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov