Headline:
Wind Advisory issued June 17 at 10:15PM CDT until June 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 8:15pm
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 4:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 5 to 10 mph. For the
Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108 expected.
* WHERE...Hardin, Northern Jasper, Northern Newton, Northern Orange,
Southern Jasper, Southern Newton, Southern Orange, Tyler, and
Upper Jefferson Counties.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM CDT Thursday. For the
Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 9 PM CDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot
temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
Area Description:
Tyler; Hardin; Northern Jasper; Northern Newton; Southern Jasper; Southern Newton; Upper Jefferson; Northern Orange; Southern Orange
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov