Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 27 at 7:47PM CST by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 27, 2024 - 5:47pm
Expires:
December 27, 2024 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 747 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing funnel clouds near Hurley, or 12 miles northwest
of Grand Bay, moving northeast at 10 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...
Hurley.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Conditions are favorable for the development of weak, brief funnel
clouds. This type of funnel cloud is harmless, but on rare occasions
they can briefly touch down, producing wind gusts over 50 mph. If a
funnel cloud is spotted move indoors or to safe harbor and report
your sighting to the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Northern Jackson
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA