Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 6:19PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 5, 2025 - 4:19pm
Expires:
May 5, 2025 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 619 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Kountze, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to vegetation and outdoor
objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Caney Head, Fred, and Kountze.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Tyler; Hardin; Northern Jasper; Southern Jasper
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA