Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 14 at 6:55AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 14, 2026 - 4:55am
Expires:
July 14, 2026 - 5:45am
Description:
At 655 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms
capable of producing waterspouts over marine areas along a line
extending from 19 miles south of Amelia to 27 miles south of Bayou
Vista to 30 miles west of Dulac. Movement was southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs
and blow around unsecured objects.
These storms will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern
Terrebonne Parish.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
If on or near marine areas, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from
the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not be
caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
Area Description:
Lower Terrebonne
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: