Louisiana Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 06/18/2026 00:23

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued June 18 at 2:23AM CDT until June 18 at 2:45AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
June 18, 2026 - 12:23am
Expires: 
June 18, 2026 - 12:45am
Description: 
At 223 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing both tornadoes and straight line wind damage were located over Raceland, or 10 miles east of Thibodaux, moving east at 20 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. These dangerous storms will be near... Raceland around 230 AM CDT.
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.
Area Description: 
Lafourche, LA
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA