Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Heat index values up to 109. * where...Portions of northwest louisiana and east and northeast texas. * when...Until 8 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values near 110 to 115 expected. * where...Portions of south central and southwest arkansas, north central and northwest louisiana, southeast oklahoma, and northeast texas. * when...From 10 am to 8 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlslix this product covers southeast louisiana and south mississippi tropical storm warning issued for a portion of the northern gulf coast new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - the tropical storm watch has been upgraded to a tropical storm warning for eastern orleans, lower plaquemines, lower st. bernard, southeast st. tammany, southern hancock, southern harrison, and southern jackson - a tropical storm watch has been issued for central jefferson, central plaquemines, central st. charles, coastal jefferson, lower lafourche, lower st. charles, lower terrebonne, northern hancock, northern harrison, northern jackson, st. john the baptist, upper jefferson, upper lafourche, upper plaquemines, upper st. bernard, upper st. charles, upper terrebonne, and western orleans * current watches and warnings: - a tropical storm warning and storm surge watch are in effect for eastern orleans, lower plaquemines, lower st. bernard, southeast st. tammany, southern hancock, southern harrison, and southern jackson - a tropical storm watch is in effect for central jefferson, central plaquemines, central st. charles, coastal jefferson, lower lafourche, lower st. charles, lower terrebonne, northern hancock, northern harrison, northern jackson, st. john the baptist, upper jefferson, upper lafourche, upper plaquemines, upper st. bernard, upper st. charles, upper terrebonne, and western orleans * storm information: - about 290 miles east-southeast of new orleans la or about 240 miles southeast of gulfport ms - 28.2n 85.9w - storm intensity 40 mph - movement stationary situation overview ------------------ tropical storm bertha is currently south of the coast of the florida panhandle and will gradually continue to move northwest. some slight additional strengthening is possible before reaching the region sometime midweek. bertha is forecast to bring the threat of tropical storm force wind gusts, locally heavy rainfall generally south of i-10, and storm surge. the coastal areas of mississippi and southeast louisiana will have the greatest threat, especially along and south of i-10. tropical storm watches have been upgraded to tropical storm warnings from the florida/alabama border west to the mouth of the mississippi river. tropical storm watches have been issued from the mouth of the mississippi river to morgan city. additionally, tropical storm watches are now in effect for the city of new orleans including lake pontchartrain and maurepas as well as inland coastal mississippi counties. potential impacts ----------------- * wind: protect against dangerous wind having possible significant impacts across the louisiana and mississippi coasts. potential impacts in this area include: - some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. a few buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. mobile homes damaged, especially if unanchored. unsecured lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles. - several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. several fences and roadway signs blown over. - some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. a few bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. - scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * surge: protect against life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across the louisiana coast east of the mouth of the mississippi river and coastal mississippi. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: protect against dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant impacts south of i-10, especially near the southeast louisiana coast. potential impacts include: - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. protect against locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across across coastal mississippi and elsewhere in southeast louisiana along the i-10/i-12 corridor. * tornadoes: little to no tornado impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast louisiana and south mississippi. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * other preparedness information: now is the time to complete all preparations to protect life and property in accordance with your emergency plan. ensure you are in a safe location before the onset of strong winds or possible flooding. if you are relocating to safe shelter, leave as early as possible. allow extra time to reach your destination. many roads and bridges will be closed once strong winds arrive. check the latest weather forecast before departing and drive with caution. if heading to a community shelter, become familiar with the shelter rules before arrival, especially if you have special needs or have pets. take essential items with you from your emergency supplies kit. failure to adequately shelter may result in serious injury or loss of life. always heed the advice of local officials and comply with any orders that are issued. remember, during the storm 9 1 1 emergency services may not be able to immediately respond if conditions are unsafe. this should be a big factor in your decision making. keep cell phones well charged. cell phone chargers for automobiles can be helpful, but be aware of your risk for deadly carbon monoxide poisoning if your car is left idling in a garage or other poorly ventilated area. it is important to remain calm, informed, and focused during an emergency. be patient and helpful with those you encounter. if you are a visitor, be sure to know the name of the city or town in which you are staying and the name of the county or parish in which it resides. listen for these locations in local news updates. pay attention for instructions from local authorities. storm surge is the leading killer associated with tropical storms and hurricanes! make sure you are in a safe area away from the surge zone. even if you are not in a surge-prone area, you could find yourself cutoff by flood waters during and after the storm. heed evacuation orders issued by the local authorities. if in a place that is vulnerable to high wind, such as near large trees, a manufactured home, upper floors of a high-rise building, or on a boat, consider moving to a safer shelter before the onset of strong winds or flooding. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio or local news outlets for official storm information. be ready to adapt to possible changes to the forecast. ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather warnings. * additional sources of information: - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.Org - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in new orleans la around 5am cdt, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Event: Storm Surge Watch

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - lake catherine * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 15-25 mph with gusts to 35 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several unelevated buildings possible. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. some areas around venetian isles and lake catherine may be inaccessible. - major marsh and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - belle chasse * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 30 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Immediate

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - slidell * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: the sustained wind should remain less than tropical storm force. conditions may still be gusty. - prepare: listen for any instructions from local officials. - act: ensure emergency readiness should the forecast change. - realized impacts: being assessed - little to no additional wind impacts expected. community officials are now assessing the extent of actual wind impacts accordingly. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation from storm surge flooding. damage to several buildings, mainly near lake pontchartrain and the rigolets. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - montz * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 15-25 mph with gusts to 30 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: localized storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 1-3 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground - the storm surge threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground. - prepare: complete preparations for storm surge flooding, especially in low-lying vulnerable areas, before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area. - potential impacts: limited - localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore. - sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread with surge water. driving conditions dangerous in places where surge water covers the road. - moderate marsh erosion. - minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. a few small craft broken away from moorings. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - thibodaux - raceland * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 25-35 mph with gusts to 45 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Storm Surge Watch

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - yscloskey - delacroix - shell beach * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 45 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of some escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major marsh and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - chalmette - meraux - violet * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 30 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Immediate

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - yscloskey - delacroix - shell beach * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 45 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of some escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major marsh and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - chauvin - dulac - montegut * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 40 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: localized storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 1-3 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground - the storm surge threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground. - prepare: complete preparations for storm surge flooding, especially in low-lying vulnerable areas, before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area. - potential impacts: limited - localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore. - sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread with surge water. driving conditions dangerous in places where surge water covers the road. - moderate marsh erosion. - minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. a few small craft broken away from moorings. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional 1-3 inches, with locally higher amounts - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - norco - destrehan * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding inside the levee system. flooding of areas outside the levee system is possible, including in the vicinity of laketown, the bonnabel boat launch and the bucktown marina. consult local officials for more information. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - new orleans - lakefront airport * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 15-25 mph with gusts to 30 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - no impacts from storm surge flooding expected within the hurricane and storm damage risk reduction system levees. storm surge flooding and impacts are still possible around lakefront airport, along lakeshore drive, and in the vicinity of west end park and breakwater park. consult local officials for more details. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - braithwaite - alliance * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 30 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - lafitte - barataria - jean lafitte * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 35 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - hahnville - boutte * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - laplace - reserve * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 15-25 mph with gusts to 30 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: localized storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 1-3 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground - the storm surge threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground. - prepare: complete preparations for storm surge flooding, especially in low-lying vulnerable areas, before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area. - potential impacts: limited - localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly near the shore of lake pontchartrain. - sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread with surge water. driving conditions dangerous in places where surge water covers the road. - moderate marsh and shoreline erosion. - minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. a few small craft broken away from moorings. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Immediate

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - port sulphur - empire - venice * wind - latest local forecast: equivalent tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 30-40 mph with gusts to 55 mph - window for tropical storm force winds: early wednesday morning until wednesday evening - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 58 to 73 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for dangerous wind of equivalent strong tropical storm force. - prepare: remaining efforts to protect life and property should be completed as soon as possible. prepare for significant wind damage. - act: move to safe shelter before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: significant - some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. a few buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. mobile homes damaged, especially if unanchored. unsecured lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles. - several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. several fences and roadway signs blown over. - some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. a few bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. - scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves, mainly outside the levees. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major shoreline and marsh erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional 1-3 inches, with locally higher amounts - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Storm Surge Watch

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - slidell * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: the sustained wind should remain less than tropical storm force. conditions may still be gusty. - prepare: listen for any instructions from local officials. - act: ensure emergency readiness should the forecast change. - realized impacts: being assessed - little to no additional wind impacts expected. community officials are now assessing the extent of actual wind impacts accordingly. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation from storm surge flooding. damage to several buildings, mainly near lake pontchartrain and the rigolets. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Immediate

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - lake catherine * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 15-25 mph with gusts to 35 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several unelevated buildings possible. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. some areas around venetian isles and lake catherine may be inaccessible. - major marsh and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Storm Surge Watch

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - port sulphur - empire - venice * wind - latest local forecast: equivalent tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 30-40 mph with gusts to 55 mph - window for tropical storm force winds: early wednesday morning until wednesday evening - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 58 to 73 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for dangerous wind of equivalent strong tropical storm force. - prepare: remaining efforts to protect life and property should be completed as soon as possible. prepare for significant wind damage. - act: move to safe shelter before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: significant - some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. a few buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. mobile homes damaged, especially if unanchored. unsecured lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles. - several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. several fences and roadway signs blown over. - some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. a few bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. - scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves, mainly outside the levees. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major shoreline and marsh erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional 1-3 inches, with locally higher amounts - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - metairie - kenner - harahan - westwego - marrero - gretna * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 15-25 mph with gusts to 30 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding inside the levee system. flooding of areas outside the levee system is possible, including in the vicinity of laketown, the bonnabel boat launch and the bucktown marina. consult local officials for more information. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - larose - golden meadow - leeville * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 40 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: localized storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 1-3 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground - the storm surge threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground. - prepare: complete preparations for storm surge flooding, especially in low-lying vulnerable areas, before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area. - potential impacts: limited - localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots outside the larose to golden meadow levee. - sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread with surge water. driving conditions dangerous in places where surge water covers the road. - moderate marsh and shoreline erosion. - minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. a few small craft broken away from moorings. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional 1-3 inches, with locally higher amounts - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - houma - gray - shriever * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 35 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - no storm surge inundation forecast - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: little to no storm surge flooding - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: there is little to no threat of storm surge flooding. rough surf, coastal erosion, and life-threatening rip currents are possible. - prepare: little to no preparations for storm surge flooding are needed. - act: follow the instructions of local officials. monitor forecasts. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from storm surge flooding. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - grand isle * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 25-35 mph with gusts to 45 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: localized storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 1-3 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground - the storm surge threat has increased from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground. - prepare: complete preparations for storm surge flooding, especially in low-lying vulnerable areas, before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area. - potential impacts: limited - localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore. - sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread with surge water. driving conditions dangerous in places where surge water covers the road. - moderate beach and marsh erosion. strong rip currents possible along grand isle. - minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. a few small craft broken away from moorings. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for moderate flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. evacuations and rescues are possible. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. - potential impacts: significant - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://gohsep.La.Gov/emergency

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of southeast arkansas, northeast louisiana, and north central mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 97. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113 expected. * where...Portions of northeast louisiana and southwest mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 97. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113 expected. * where...Portions of northeast louisiana and southwest mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of southeast arkansas, northeast louisiana, and north central mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of northeast louisiana and central, southwest, and west central mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of northeast louisiana and central, southwest, and west central mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Heat index values up to 110 expected. * where...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central louisiana and southeast texas. * when...From noon to 7 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Heat index values up to 112 expected. * where...Portions of southeast louisiana and southern mississippi. * when...From noon to 7 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlslix this product covers southeast louisiana and south mississippi noaa hurricane hunters find that the depression has strengthened into tropical storm bertha new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - none * current watches and warnings: - a storm surge watch and tropical storm watch are in effect for eastern orleans, lower plaquemines, lower st. bernard, southeast st. tammany, southern hancock, southern harrison, and southern jackson * storm information: - about 270 miles east-southeast of new orleans la or about 220 miles east-southeast of gulfport ms - 28.6n 86.0w - storm intensity 40 mph - movement west-northwest or 300 degrees at 3 mph situation overview ------------------ tropical storm bertha is currently south off the coast of the florida peninsula and will gradually continue to move northwest. some slight additional strengthening is possible before reaching the region sometime midweek. bertha is forecast to bring the threat of tropical storm force wind gusts, locally heavy rainfall south of i-10, and storm surge. the coastal areas of mississippi and southeast louisiana will have the greatest threat, especially south of i-10. tropical storm watches remain in effect for the mississippi coast and southeast louisiana east of the mouth of the mississippi river. a tropical storm watch also remains in effect for the coastal waters, sounds east of the mouth of the mississippi as well as for lake borgne. potential impacts ----------------- * wind: prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across the louisiana and mississippi coasts. potential impacts in this area include: - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * surge: prepare for life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across the louisiana coast east of the mouth of the mississippi river and coastal mississippi. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: prepare for dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant impacts south of i-10, especially near the southeast louisiana coast. potential impacts include: - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across coastal mississippi and elsewhere in southeast louisiana along the i-10/i-12 corridor. * tornadoes: little to no tornado impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast louisiana and south mississippi. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * other preparedness information: when securing your property, outside preparations should be concluded as soon as possible before conditions deteriorate. the onset of strong gusty winds or flooding can cause certain preparedness activities to become unsafe. check on those who may not be fully aware of the situation or who are unable to make personal preparations. if you are a visitor, know the name of the county or parish in which you are located and where it is relative to current watches and warnings. if staying at a hotel, ask the management staff about their onsite disaster plan. listen for evacuation orders, especially pertaining to area visitors. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio and local news outlets for official storm information. listen for possible changes to the forecast. * additional sources of information: - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.Org - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in new orleans la around 10pm, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlslix this product covers southeast louisiana and south mississippi tropical depression two getting better organized - tropical storm and storm surge watches remain in place east of the ms river to ms/al border new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - none * current watches and warnings: - a storm surge watch and tropical storm watch are in effect for eastern orleans, lower plaquemines, lower st. bernard, southeast st. tammany, southern hancock, southern harrison, and southern jackson * storm information: - about 280 miles east-southeast of new orleans la or about 230 miles east-southeast of gulfport ms - 28.7n 85.8w - storm intensity 35 mph - movement northwest or 305 degrees at 3 mph situation overview ------------------ tropical depression two is currently south off the coast of the florida peninsula and will gradually strengthen as it moves northwest. two is forecast to bring the threat of tropical storm force wind gusts, locally heavy rainfall south of i-10, and storm surge. the coastal areas of mississippi and southeast louisiana will have the greatest threat, especially south of i-10. tropical storm watches remain in effect for the mississippi coast and southeast louisiana east of the mouth of the mississippi river. a tropical storm watch also remains in effect for the coastal waters, sounds east of the mouth of the mississippi as well as for lake borgne. potential impacts ----------------- * wind: prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across the louisiana and mississippi coasts. potential impacts in this area include: - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * surge: prepare for life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across the louisiana coast east of the mouth of the mississippi river and coastal mississippi. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: prepare for dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant impacts south of i-10, especially near the southeast louisiana coast. potential impacts include: - moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow. - flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. driving conditions become hazardous. some road and bridge closures. prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across coastal mississippi and elsewhere in southeast louisiana along the i-10/i-12 corridor. * tornadoes: little to no tornado impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast louisiana and south mississippi. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * other preparedness information: when securing your property, outside preparations should be concluded as soon as possible before conditions deteriorate. the onset of strong gusty winds or flooding can cause certain preparedness activities to become unsafe. check on those who may not be fully aware of the situation or who are unable to make personal preparations. if you are a visitor, know the name of the county or parish in which you are located and where it is relative to current watches and warnings. if staying at a hotel, ask the management staff about their onsite disaster plan. listen for evacuation orders, especially pertaining to area visitors. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio and local news outlets for official storm information. listen for possible changes to the forecast. * additional sources of information: - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.Org - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in new orleans la around 10 pm cdt, or sooner if conditions warrant.