URGENT: Life-Threatening Storm Surge for Lower St. Bernard
A life-threatening storm surge of 3-5 feet is expected in Lower St. Bernard, including Yscloskey, Delacroix, and Shell Beach; residents must shelter immediately.
A Storm Surge Warning has been issued for Lower St. Bernard, including Yscloskey, Delacroix, and Shell Beach, by the National Weather Service in New Orleans, LA, effective immediately as of October 9 at 4:12 AM CDT. This warning indicates a life-threatening storm surge is possible, with potential inundation of 3-5 feet above ground in surge-prone areas.
Residents in these areas must shelter against life-threatening storm surge. Flood preparations and ordered evacuations should be complete, and evacuees should be in shelters well away from storm surge flooding. Remain sheltered in a safe location and do not venture outside. This threat is expected to continue through Saturday morning.
While wind speeds are forecast to be below tropical storm force, with peak gusts up to 60 mph, little to no additional wind impacts are expected. Flooding rain and tornadoes are not anticipated. This warning is in effect until October 9 at 12:15 PM UTC. For more information, visit https://gohsep.la.gov/emergency.
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