Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 26 at 10:30PM CST by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 26, 2024 - 8:30pm
Expires:
December 26, 2024 - 9:00pm
Description:
At 1029 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Holmwood, or near Iowa, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Lacassine, Hayes, Bell City, Iowa, Thornwell, and Holmwood.
This includes Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 41 and
50.
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.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 200 AM CST for southwestern
Louisiana.
Area Description:
Northern Jefferson Davis; Southern Calcasieu; Southern Jefferson Davis
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA