Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 5 at 3:46PM CDT until September 5 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 1:46pm
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 346 PM CDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms producing
heavy rain in DeRidder. Up to 2 to 4 inches of rain have fallen.
Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned
area. Flash flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Law enforcement reported.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
De Ridder, Rosepine and Tulla.
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:
Beauregard, LA; Vernon, LA
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov