Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 2 at 5:23PM CDT until May 2 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 2, 2025 - 3:23pm
Expires:
May 2, 2025 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 522 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near De Quincy, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Oretta and De Quincy around 530 PM CDT.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile
home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and
protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Beauregard, LA; Calcasieu, LA
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA