Headline:
Tornado Warning issued March 11 at 8:39PM CDT until March 11 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 6:39pm
Expires:
March 11, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 839 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located over Amite, moving
east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado.
SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
northeastern Livingston and west central Tangipahoa Parishes,
including the following locations... Tickfaw.
This includes Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 36 and
39.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a
basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy
building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in
a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect
yourself from flying debris.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Livingston, LA; Tangipahoa, LA
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov