Headline:
Flood Advisory issued May 28 at 11:09AM CDT until May 28 at 2:15PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 28, 2026 - 9:09am
Expires:
May 28, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of southeast Louisiana, including the following
parishes, Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard.
* WHEN...Until 215 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1109 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of
rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
New Orleans, Chalmette, East New Orleans, Timberlane, Harvey,
Belle Chasse, Marrero, Metairie, Gretna, Westwego, Arabi,
Terrytown, Meraux, Woodmere, Estelle and Lakefront Airport.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Jefferson, LA; Orleans, LA; St. Bernard, LA
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov