Flash Flood Warning Issued for Jefferson, Orleans, St. Bernard Parishes LA
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NWS New Orleans has issued a Flash Flood Warning for parts of southeastern Louisiana until 12:30 PM CDT on May 25.
What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NOAA on June 8, 2026 and geographically references Southeastern Louisiana. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Weather Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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Alert Details
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in New Orleans. The alert is effective from 9:28 AM CDT on May 25, 2026, until 12:30 PM CDT on May 25, 2026.
Affected Areas
The warning covers Northeastern Jefferson Parish, Southwestern Orleans Parish, and West Central St. Bernard Parish in southeastern Louisiana. Specific locations include New Orleans, Chalmette, Harvey, Timberlane, Marrero, Belle Chasse, Jefferson, Gretna, Westwego, Arabi, Terrytown, and Lakefront Airport. Affected interstates include Interstate 510 between mile markers 1 and 3, Interstate 10 between mile markers 232 and 247, and Interstate 610 between mile markers 1 and 4.
What You Should Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Expected Conditions
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain, with 1 to 2 inches already fallen. Rainfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour are expected, with additional amounts of 2 to 3 inches possible. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Timeline
The Flash Flood Warning is in effect from 9:28 AM CDT until 12:30 PM CDT on May 25, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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