Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued April 2 at 8:50PM CDT until April 2 at 9:45PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 2, 2026 - 6:50pm
Expires:
April 2, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 850 PM CDT, The public reported flooding, caused by thunderstorms
producing heavy rain across the warned area. Radar estimates between
5 and 7 inches of rain have fallen in the warned area. Flash
flooding is already occurring in areas.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding.
SOURCE...Public reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,
urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Independence, Albany, Natalbany and Tickfaw.
This includes the following Interstate...
Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 36 and 42.
Reports of many roads across Independence and Albany that are
covered by water. Please do NOT cross water covered roadways!
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Livingston, LA; Tangipahoa, LA
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov