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Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Louisiana and Texas March 21-22

Atlantic Weather

By Calcasieu Staff

Published March 21, 2024

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Lake Charles, Louisiana - The National Weather Service in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for several areas in southwestern Louisiana and southeastern Texas. The warning is in effect until 12:30 AM CDT on March 22, 2024.

At 11:33 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Beaumont, Texas, moving east at 25 mph. The storm is expected to bring 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail. Radar indicated the severity of the storm.

Residents are advised to take precautions and move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for protection. Hail damage to vehicles is expected, and wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees is also likely.

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