Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 26 at 5:24PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 26, 2026 - 3:24pm
Expires:
August 26, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 524 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Amite. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Amite, Amite City, Independence, Roseland, Natalbany, and Tickfaw.
This includes Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 35 and
48.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
St. Helena; Northern Tangipahoa; Central Tangipahoa; Northern Livingston
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov