Flash Flood Warning Issued for Iberia, St. Martin, St. Mary Parishes LA
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NWS Lake Charles has issued a Flash Flood Warning for parts of south central Louisiana until 6:15 AM CDT June 15.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- South Central Louisiana
- Issued
- July 14, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Lake Charles LA
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 5 weeks ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in South Central Louisiana.
Alert Details
Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS Lake Charles LA. Effective from June 15 at 2:17 AM CDT until June 15 at 6:15 AM CDT. Severity: Severe. Urgency: Immediate. Certainty: Likely.
Affected Areas
North Central Iberia Parish, Central St. Martin Parish, and Northwestern St. Mary Parish in south central Louisiana. Specific locations include New Iberia, Catahoula, Jeanerette, Loreauville, Lake Fausse Pointe, Lydia, and Butte La Rose.
What You Should Do
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.
Expected Conditions
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain. An estimated 1 to 3 inches of rain have fallen. Expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 2:17 AM CDT to 6:15 AM CDT on June 15, 2026. Hazard: Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. Impact: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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