Louisiana Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 06/17/2026 22:59

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued June 18 at 12:59AM CDT until June 18 at 1:30AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
June 17, 2026 - 10:59pm
Expires: 
June 17, 2026 - 11:30pm
Description: 
At 1258 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Chauvin, or 11 miles southeast of Houma, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This dangerous storm will be near... Montegut around 105 AM CDT. The tornado is directly over Chauvin right now and is quickly approaching Montegut. Take Cover NOW!
Instruction: 
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description: 
Terrebonne, LA
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA