Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 7 at 1:42AM CDT until July 7 at 4:45AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 11:42pm
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 2:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall continues.
* WHERE...West Central Orleans Parish in southeastern Louisiana...
* WHEN...Until 445 AM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Overflowing poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 142 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding.
Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
East New Orleans and Lakefront Airport.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Orleans, LA
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: