Louisiana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/23/2026 14:06

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 4:06PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 23, 2026 - 2:06pm
Expires: 
August 23, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 406 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Livingston, or 14 miles west of Hammond, moving south at 10 mph. HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size 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... Livingston. This includes Interstate 12 between mile markers 22 and 31.
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.
Area Description: 
Northern Livingston
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov