Headline:
Tornado Warning issued November 5 at 8:46AM CST until November 5 at 9:30AM CST by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
November 5, 2024 - 6:46am
Expires:
November 5, 2024 - 7:30am
Description:
At 846 AM CST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Reddell, or near Mamou, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...This storm has a history of causing damage. Flying debris
will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile
homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs,
windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Pine Prairie and Reddell around 850 AM CST.
Bayou Chicot around 855 AM CST.
Turkey Creek around 900 AM CST.
Chicot State Park around 905 AM CST.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include St.
Landry.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile
home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and
protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Evangeline, LA
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA