Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 3:36PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 1:36pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 336 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Lacamp to near Slagle. Movement was south
at 20 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...
Fort Polk, Slagle, Lacamp, and Simpson.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
west central Louisiana.
Area Description:
Vernon
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov