Tropical Storm Warning Issued for West Cameron, Louisiana
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NWS Lake Charles LA issued a Tropical Storm Warning for West Cameron effective June 16 at 4:05 PM CDT, with tropical storm-force winds, storm surge, flooding rain, and tornado potential expected.
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- Record type
- Tropical Storm Warning
- Affected area
- West Cameron, Louisiana
- Issued
- July 17, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Lake Charles LA
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 5 weeks ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in West Cameron, Louisiana.
Alert Details
A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued by NWS Lake Charles LA. The alert is effective from June 16, 2026 at 4:05 PM CDT and expires June 17, 2026 at 12:15 AM CDT. The warning indicates tropical storm-force winds are expected within the area within the next 36 hours.
Affected Areas
West Cameron (LAZ073), including Johnson Bayou, Holly Beach, and Hackberry.
What You Should Do
Plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. Efforts to protect property should now be underway. Prepare for limited wind damage. For storm surge, assemble disaster supplies and know your evacuation route. Leave if evacuation orders are given. Heed any flood watches and warnings. If a tornado warning is issued, be ready to shelter quickly.
Expected Conditions
Peak wind forecast: 15-25 mph with gusts to 30 mph, with potential for 39 to 57 mph. Peak storm surge inundation: 2-4 feet above ground, with potential greater than 3 feet. Additional rainfall: 3-6 inches with locally higher amounts. Situation is somewhat favorable for a few tornadoes.
Timeline
Alert effective June 16, 2026 at 4:05 PM CDT through June 17, 2026 at 12:15 AM CDT. Storm surge window of concern begins this evening.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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