Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 6:46PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 4:46pm
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 645 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sour Lake, moving southeast at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to vegetation and outdoor
objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Beaumont, Lumberton, Sour Lake, Bevil Oaks, and China.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Hardin; Upper Jefferson
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: