Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northwestern St. Tammany Parish, LA
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NWS New Orleans has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northwestern St. Tammany Parish until 7:00 PM CDT.
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- Record type
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Affected area
- St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana
- Issued
- September 21, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS New Orleans LA
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Alert Details
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in New Orleans for Northwestern St. Tammany Parish in southeastern Louisiana. The alert is effective from 6:14 PM CDT on September 21, 2026, until 7:00 PM CDT on September 21, 2026.
Affected Areas
The warning covers Northwestern St. Tammany Parish, primarily rural areas. The severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles northeast of Covington, moving west at 25 mph.
What You Should Do
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. Wind damage with this storm will occur before any rain or lightning. Do not wait for the sound of thunder before taking cover. Seek shelter immediately inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows.
Expected Conditions
At 6:14 PM CDT, the storm is producing 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Timeline
The warning is in effect until 7:00 PM CDT on September 21, 2026.
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