Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued December 28 at 11:41AM CST by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 28, 2024 - 9:41am
Expires:
December 28, 2024 - 10:15am
Description:
At 1140 AM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing funnel clouds over Belle Rose, or near
Donaldsonville, moving north at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Funnel clouds and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...If a funnel cloud briefly touches down, minor damage to
outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Gonzales, Donaldsonville, St. Gabriel, White Castle, Prairieville,
Paincourtville, Geismar, Carville, Belle Rose, and Gardere.
This includes Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 169 and
180.
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.
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 300 PM CST for southeastern
Louisiana.
Area Description:
Iberville; East Baton Rouge; Assumption; Western Ascension
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA