Life-Threatening Storm Surge Warning Issued for Lower Plaquemines
A life-threatening Storm Surge Warning has been issued for Lower Plaquemines, including Port Sulphur, Empire, and Venice, with 3-5 feet of inundation possible through Saturday morning; residents must remain sheltered.
A Storm Surge Warning has been issued for Lower Plaquemines, including Port Sulphur, Empire, and Venice, effective immediately. The National Weather Service (NWS) in New Orleans warns of life-threatening storm surge possible, with potential inundation of 3-5 feet above ground in surge-prone areas. This threat is expected to persist through Saturday morning.
Residents in these areas should remain sheltered in a safe location. Flood preparations and ordered evacuations should be complete, and evacuees should be in shelters well away from storm surge flooding. Do not venture outside.
Wind gusts up to 65 mph are also possible. Remaining efforts to protect property should be completed as soon as possible. Prepare for limited wind damage, including damage to porches, awnings, and sheds, and scattered power outages. Move to safe shelter before hazardous winds begin.
The warning was issued by NWS New Orleans at 10:02 AM CDT on October 9 and expires at 6:15 PM UTC today. For more information, visit gohsep.la.gov/emergency.
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