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Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 6:53PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA

At 652 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near De Ridder, moving east at 40 mph.

Source NWS AI Summary Updated April 29, 2026

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At 652 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near De Ridder, moving east at 40 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to vegetation and outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... De Ridder, Merryville, Dry Creek, Sugartown, Tulla, Junction, and Bundick Lake.

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