Thread by @NWSNewOrleans

Here's a thread on the latest local hazards expected from Hurricane #Delta.

Delta will bring potential for:
🌊 Life-threatening storm surge flooding
🌬️ Damaging winds
🌧️ Heavy rain and flash flooding

#lawx #mswx
(1/5)

Locally, the strongest winds from #Delta are expected across areas nearest the Atchafalaya River.

Strong winds could result in:
🔌 power outages
🌳 minor to moderate damage to trees/power lines
🏠 damage to a few structures from falling branches/trees

#lawx #mswx
(2/5)

Life-threatening storm surge fro m#Delta will be possible across coastal areas of SE LA & MS.

Low lying roads could become flooded & some areas could become cut off in the most vulnerable areas.

If an evacuation order is issued by local officials, leave!

#lawx #mswx
(3/5)

Heavy rainfall could lead to flash flooding depending on where any of #Delta's bands set up across the area.

Generally, the heaviest rain is expected west of I-55.

#lawx #mswx
(4/5)

In summary, #Delta could bring sig impacts in the way of strong to potentially damaging winds, storm surge flooding, & heavy rainfall.

Greatest impacts expected Friday into Friday night, so be sure all of your preparations are complete by Friday morning.

#lawx #mswx
(5/5)