Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 1 at 4:20PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 1, 2026 - 2:20pm
Expires:
April 1, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 419 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Smithdale, or 9 miles west of Mccomb, moving north at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and nickel 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...
Smithdale.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Amite; Pike
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: