Special Weather Statement 04/25/2025 14:25 for Louisiana areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 4:25PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 25, 2025 - 2:25pm
Expires: 
April 25, 2025 - 3:00pm
Description: 
At 425 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Easleyville, or near Greensburg, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and nickel 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... Roseland, Tangipahoa, Easleyville, Wilmer, Greensburg, and Kentwood. This includes Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 50 and 60.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm 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; Northern Tangipahoa
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA