Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 18 at 3:39PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 1:39pm
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 339 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from 6 miles east of Kentwood to
near Enon. Movement was southwest at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 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 outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Covington, Franklinton, Greensburg, Amite, Amite City, Kentwood,
Roseland, Folsom, Sun, Enon, Mount Herman, Wilmer, and Tangipahoa.
This includes the following Interstates...
Interstate 12 near mile marker 58.
Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 48 and 62.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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:
St. Helena; Washington; Northern Tangipahoa; Northern St. Tammany; Central Tangipahoa
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov