Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued June 20 at 3:31PM CDT until June 20 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 20, 2026 - 1:31pm
Expires:
June 20, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 331 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain in Loyola Dr near the Airport is flooded. Between 0.5 and 3
inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3
inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already
occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Kenner, Avondale, Hahnville, Metairie, Jefferson, Harahan,
Westwego, Ama, St. Rose, Waggaman, Luling, River Ridge, Destrehan,
New Sarpy, Elmwood, Boutte, Norco, Bridge City and Taft.
Due to already very saturated grounds any additional rainfall will
quickly turn to run off and lead to flash flooding. Already hearing
reports of flooding along Loyola Drive near the airport.
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:
Jefferson, LA; St. Charles, LA
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: