Special Weather Statement for Upper St. Bernard; Lower St. Bernard; Western Orleans +1 more
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At 309 PM CDT, The current forecast is indicating the development of a strong thunderstorm near Poydras, or 9 miles southeast of Chalmette. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail. SOURCE...Forecast indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and...
What the bulletin says to do
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.
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Bulletin details
At 309 PM CDT, The current forecast is indicating the development of a strong thunderstorm near Poydras, or 9 miles southeast of Chalmette. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail. SOURCE...Forecast indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Belle Chasse, Poydras, and Violet.
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Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 3:10PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS New Orleans LA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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