Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 6 at 7:09PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 6, 2025 - 5:09pm
Expires:
May 6, 2025 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 709 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Mermentau, moving northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to vegetation and outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Iota, Midland, Crowley, Mermentau, Maxie, Evangeline, Jennings,
Estherwood, Egan, Lake Arthur, and Rayne.
This includes Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 66 and
87.
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.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for southwestern
Louisiana.
Area Description:
Northern Jefferson Davis; Northern Acadia; Southern Jefferson Davis; Southern Acadia
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA