Thunderstorm Wind in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana

Thunderstorm Wind May 8, 2026 · Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana

90 mph

Estimated gust (78 kt)

$50K

Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

An NWS Storm Survey concluded that a widespread swath of wind damage extending from Bunkie to Plaucheville was the result of straight line thunderstorm winds occurring between 8:00 and 8:30 AM. There was widespread damage to trees and powerlines, including some snapped utility poles. Approximately 20 structures sustained damage, including partial roof removal of a home in Plaucheville. Based on the damage, wind speeds are estimated to have been between 60 to 90 mph.

The wider storm

A cold front stalled across the region while multiple short waves moved overhead. This produce multiple days of unsettled weather.

Began near Bunkie (30.9500, -92.1800).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1341413. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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