Mocobizscene: A second storm system is predicted to make landfall in the New Orleans region overnight, increasing the likelihood of tornadoes and strong winds. Even though the initial storm’s threat is still present, locals should get ready for the likelihood of catastrophic weather.
There’s a cold front moving across Louisiana right now, and it’s going to hit New Orleans with another strong storm system. It is predicted that this weather system will hit the city between 4 a.m. and midnight.
There’s a chance of further rain and flash flooding during the course of the night as the likelihood of severe weather grows.
Meteorologist Megan Williams of the National Weather Service said that today is the ideal time to see the worst weather possible.
But until the new front moves in, the initial storm system won’t provide any relief to the area. There is still a chance of severe gusts and a lot of rain during this period.
While the flood watch will stay in place until 9 a.m., the tornado watch has been extended to 7 a.m. on Tuesday. In addition, a wind advisory is in effect through Tuesday at 6 p.m. and a high-wind warning is in effect until 3 a.m.
There will likely be more advisories during the second round of storms.
A strong cold front that brought with it winter weather conditions and a sharp drop in temperature is already having an effect on the nation. Florida and the Southeastern area are especially vulnerable to severe weather hazards.
The New Orleans region should see temps in the mid-30s by Wednesday morning. Nevertheless, the temperature won’t drop right away.
Severe weather impact
Williams reports that there has been anything from half an inch to three-quarters of an inch of rain at the New Orleans airport.
Approximately 1,700 Entergy customers were without electricity as of 7 p.m. in a number of Jefferson Parish areas. Over 17,000 individuals in the state were impacted by these disruptions in total.
In the first round, strong thunderstorms caused havoc mostly in the metro area’s western part. The town of Labadieville, which is located west of Thibodaux, was very hard hit by the wind damage. These strong storms also caused hail and street flooding in places like Mandeville, the northshore, and the northern portions of the Mississippi coast.
The government of St. Tammany Parish has issued a strong caution, asking citizens to stay home tonight unless absolutely essential. They underlined that it is not the time to lower one’s guard because another strong weather system is predicted for later tonight.
The Causeway bridge was temporarily closed as a result of the strong winds.
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