Tornado Warning Louisiana | Effective 03/11/2026 18:53

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued March 11 at 8:53PM CDT until March 11 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
March 11, 2026 - 6:53pm
Expires: 
March 11, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description: 
At 853 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage were located near Wilmer, or 7 miles west of Franklinton, moving southeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. 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 western Washington Parish.
Instruction: 
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. This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Area Description: 
Washington, LA
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov