Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 23 at 12:32PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 23, 2025 - 10:32am
Expires:
April 23, 2025 - 11:00am
Description:
At 1232 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Dexter, or 15 miles southwest of Columbia, moving northeast at 20
mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny 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...
Dexter.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Walthall
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA