Severe Thunderstorm Warning — St. Martin County, Louisiana
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 21 at 7:29PM CDT until August 21 at 8:15PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
SVRLCH The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... North central Iberia Parish in south central Louisiana... North central St. Mary Parish in south central Louisiana... Central St. Martin Parish in south central Louisiana... * Until 815 PM CDT. * At 729 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Lake Fausse Pointe, or 9 miles north of Jeanerette, moving south at 10 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Jeanerette, Baldwin, Loreauville, Sorrel, Lydia, Lake Fausse Pointe, and Charenton.
Effective August 21, 2026 at 8:29 PM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Lake Charles LA
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for St. Martin County, Louisiana?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for St. Martin County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for St. Mary County, Iberia County.