Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 5:13PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 3:13pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 513 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Saucier, or 15 miles northwest of Gulfport, moving west at 15 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...
Saucier.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Northern Harrison
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov