Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 6 at 6:17PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 6, 2025 - 4:17pm
Expires:
May 6, 2025 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 617 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Burkeville, moving northeast at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size 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...
Burkeville, Burr Ferry, Stringtown, Wiergate, Evans, and Newton.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for southwestern
and west central Louisiana...and southeastern Texas.
Area Description:
Vernon; Northern Newton
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA