Jefferson, LA Weather Warnings

Flood Advisory issued June 6 at 1:31PM CDT until June 6 at 4:30PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Northwestern Jefferson Parish in southeastern Louisiana... Central St. Charles Parish in southeastern Louisiana... * WHEN...Until 430 PM CDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 131 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Kenner, Hahnville, Metairie, Jefferson, Harahan, St. Rose, Destrehan, Ama, New Sarpy, Luling, Norco, Boutte, Waggaman, River Ridge, Taft, Paradis and Elmwood. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

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