Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 10:06PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 10, 2026 - 8:06pm
Expires:
May 10, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 1005 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles east of Alabama-Coushatta Reservation, or 9 miles southwest of
Woodville. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Woodville and Ivanhoe.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Tyler
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender: