Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 4:40PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 25, 2025 - 2:40pm
Expires:
April 25, 2025 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 439 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Simmesport to 6 miles northwest of
Wakefield. Movement was southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Wakefield, St. Francisville, Lettsworth, Spillman, and Batchelor.
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:
Pointe Coupee; West Feliciana; Wilkinson
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA