(1/6) π 7PM CDT Update on Hurricane #Zeta. No major changes this evening as #Zeta continues towards the NW with an eventual, brief landfall expected across the Yucatan later tonight. We are still anticipating impacts, some major across the area Wed & Thu. Stay tuned! #lawx#mswx
(2/6) Hurricane and Tropical Storm Watches remain in effect for a large portion of SE LA and coastal MS. Strong, potentially damaging winds may be possible in association with #Zeta late Wednesday through early Thursday. #lawx#mswx
(3/6) Storm Surge Watches remain in effect all across coastal SE LA and coastal Mississippi including portions of the Tidal Lakes. Minor inundation may begin as early as Tuesday, with rising levels primarily during high tide cycles through Wednesday and early Thursday #lawx#mswx
(4/6) Heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding will be possible along and to the east of the storm's track. Total rainfall of around 2 to 6 inches will be possible, with locally higher amounts depending where heavier rain bands set up (mainly across coastal MS) #lawx#mswx
(5/6) A few isolated, brief tornadoes will be possible to the northeast and east of the storms track late Wednesday and into early Thursday. Make sure you have a reliable way to receive warnings should they become necessary.#lawx#mswx
(6/6) Key Messages: Make sure you have a reliable plan in place BEFORE WEDNESDAY if you are in the hurricane or tropical storm watches currently in effect (this includes areas E to the FL panhandle). Keep your kit up to date, and stay vigilant to any potential changes #lawx#mswx
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π10PM CDT Update on Tropical Storm #Zeta. Starting to see some steady strengthening trend now with max winds at 70mph. Impacts across parts of SE LA and southern MS remain likely on Wednesday.
Lets break down each specific threat one at a time...(1/6)
1. π¨ Wind: Strong winds will be the primary threat when #Zeta makes landfall. These winds may lead to isolated to scattered power outages, some tree damage and even some damage to some structures - especially near the center of the track. (2/6) #lawx#mswx
2. π Storm Surge: Moderate/major coastal flooding is possible in the Storm Surge Warning areas. Highest water levels are expected during the high tide cycle Wednesday, lasting into the overnight hours before water levels come back down Thursday. (3/6) #lawx#mswx#Zeta
π (1/5): Here's the latest with Hurricane #Delta as of 10AM CDT. Some slight strengthening was noted by recent aircraft recon observations with a steady strengthening trend now expected through the day today. Impacts still remain likely across our area Friday. #lawx#mswx
π¨(2/5): No changes to the Tropical Storm Watches and Warnings that remain in effect. Expect winds to increase across coastal areas of SE LA later today/tonight, and spread inland during the day on Friday. #lawx#mswx
π§ (3/5) Locally heavy rainfall remains likely - with the greatest threat for flash flooding west of I-55 where a Flash Flood Watch remains in effect through Saturday afternoon. #lawx#mswx
Locally, the strongest winds from #Delta are expected across areas nearest the Atchafalaya River.
Strong winds could result in:
πPower outages
π³Minor to moderate damage to trees/power lines
π Damage to a few structures from falling branches/trees
Locally, the strongest winds from #Delta are expected across areas nearest the Atchafalaya River.
Strong winds could result in:
π power outages
π³ minor to moderate damage to trees/power lines
π damage to a few structures from falling branches/trees
π (1/6): Tweet thread with the latest on Hurricane #Delta. The 10AM position has #Delta continuing to cross the Yucatan & will emerge into the Gulf later today. No major changes to the forecast track as impacts, some significant, may be likely later this week/weekend #lawx#mswx
π (2/6) Tropical Storm and Hurricane Watches are now in effect for portions of SE LA and S MS. Expect gusty winds to increase across the area late Thursday and into Friday - lasting into early Saturday. #lawx#mswx
π (3/6) Storm Surge Watches are now in effect for all coastal areas of SE LA and S MS. Expect coastal flooding from storm surge to begin as early as Thurs night across these areas. Have preparations IN PLACE before THURSDAY if you live in a storm surge prone location #lawx#mswx
π (1/3) 10AM CDT Update on TS #Delta: Delta is now a major hurricane in the west-central Caribbean. No major changes to the forecast track as impacts remain likely along the northern Gulf coast late this week and this weekend. #lawx#mswx
π (2/3) As a reminder, NOW is the time to have a plan! Don't let the recent cool temperatures fool you - it is still Hurricane Season! Impacts remain likely with this system across portions of the northern Gulf coast and you should take it seriously! #lawx#mswx
π (3/3) Do you know which NWS office serves your area? Our neighbors include @NWSLakeCharles to our west including SW LA, @NWSJacksonMS to the north across most of MS, & @NWSMobile to our E including the AL/FL beaches. Follow your local office for the latest updates! #lawx#mswx