Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 11:24AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 9:24am
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 10:00am
Description:
At 1123 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles south of Grosse Tete, or 11 miles west of Plaquemine, moving
east at 30 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...
Baton Rouge, Plaquemine, Port Allen, Oak Hills Place, St. Gabriel,
Addis, Brusly, Westminster, Old Jefferson, Inniswold, Village St.
George, Shenandoah, Gardere, and Carville.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 152 and 176.
Interstate 12 between mile markers 1 and 8.
Interstate 110 in Louisiana between mile markers 1 and 2.
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.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in New Orleans.
Area Description:
Iberville; West Baton Rouge; East Baton Rouge; Western Ascension
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: