Thread by @NWSNewOrleans

Here's a thread with the latest on Hurricane #Laura. It continues to strengthen as it moves toward the NW Gulf Coast. Minor to moderate impacts are expected across portions of SE LA and S MS. #lawx #mswx (1/5)

🌊 Life-threatening storm surge flooding is possible across coastal portions of SE LA generally west of Grand Isle.

🌊 Water levels will be highest during high tide today and tomorrow

🌊 Expect several roads to become impassible and some areas to become inaccessible

(2/5)

🌬️ Tropical storm force winds, especially in gusts, will be possible across much of the area

🌬️ The greatest threat for damaging winds will be across areas generally near the Atchafalaya River

🌬️ These winds could cause damage to trees, powerlines, and weak structures.

(3/5)

🌧️ 2-5 inches of rain with locally higher amounts will be possible

🌧️ Greatest threat will generally be along and west of the I-55 corridor

🌧️ Flash flooding will be possible where any bands result in prolonged periods of heavy rainfall

(4/5)

🌪️ A few tornadoes will also be possible mainly today through tomorrow

🌪️ Tornadoes will be most likely in areas generally along/west of I-59

🌪️ Have a way to receive warnings and know where your safe shelter will be

(5/5)