Hail — Richland, Louisiana

2023-03-26 · near Rayville Muni Arpt, Richland, Louisiana

Event narrative

Hail up to quarter size fell in Rayville.

Wider weather episode

Supercell thunderstorms developed across the area during the afternoon as strong instability developed south of a frontal boundary and ahead of an upper short wave. Severe hail fell in numerous Parishes, some as large as 1.75 inches, or approximately golf ball size.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1101955. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.