Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 27 at 3:59PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 27, 2026 - 1:59pm
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 359 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking showers capable of
producing funnel clouds and waterspouts near Galliano. These showers
were nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and funnel clouds.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. If a funnel cloud briefly touches down,
minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Houma, Cut Off, Galliano, Larose, Golden Meadow, Chauvin, and
Montegut.
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. Move to safe shelter now!
Area Description:
Upper Lafourche; Lower Lafourche; Upper Terrebonne; Lower Terrebonne
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: