Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 25 at 11:41AM CST by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 25, 2024 - 9:41am
Expires:
December 25, 2024 - 10:30am
Description:
At 1141 AM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing funnel clouds 7 miles west of Port Sulphur,
moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Funnel clouds and winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...If a funnel cloud briefly touches down, minor damage to
outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds could knock down
tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Port Sulphur and Pointe A La Hache.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Lower Plaquemines
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA