Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 26 at 5:52PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 26, 2026 - 3:52pm
Expires:
May 26, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 551 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Dexter, or 16 miles north of Franklinton, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Tylertown and Dexter.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Walthall
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov