Severe Tropical Storm Watch | Effective 07/21/2026 14:05

Headline: 
Tropical Storm Watch issued July 21 at 4:05PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event: 
Tropical Storm Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
July 21, 2026 - 2:05pm
Expires: 
July 21, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Intracoastal City to Cameron LA out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Intracoastal City to Cameron LA from 20 to 60 NM. * WHEN... Tropical Storm watches are now in effect. * IMPACTS...Tropical storm force winds and hazardous seas could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction: 
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
Area Description: 
Coastal waters from Intracoastal City to Cameron LA out 20 NM; Waters from Intracoastal City to Cameron LA from 20 to 60 NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS Lake Charles LA