Severe Tropical Storm Warning | Effective 07/22/2026 05:06

Headline: 
Tropical Storm Warning issued July 22 at 7:06AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event: 
Tropical Storm Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 22, 2026 - 5:06am
Expires: 
July 22, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft. * WHERE...Atchafalaya and East Cote Blanche Bays, Coastal waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to Intracoastal City LA out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to Intracoastal City LA from 20 to 60 NM. * WHEN...tonight into tomorrow night. * IMPACTS...Tropical storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction: 
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.
Area Description: 
Atchafalaya and East Cote Blanche Bays; Coastal waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to Intracoastal City LA out 20 NM; Waters from Lower Atchafalaya River to Intracoastal City LA from 20 to 60 NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS Lake Charles LA