Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 2:07PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 12:07pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 207 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles northwest of Varnado, or 12 miles northwest of Bogalusa, moving
west at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Tylertown, Varnado, Dexter, and Angie.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in New Orleans.
Area Description:
Washington; Walthall
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov