Severe Thunderstorm Warning: St. Charles, St. John the Baptist Parishes
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for parts of St. Charles and St. John the Baptist Parishes until 8:00 PM CDT tonight, with 60 mph wind gusts expected.
Residents in northeastern St. Charles Parish and central St. John the Baptist Parish are advised to seek shelter immediately. The National Weather Service in New Orleans has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning effective until 8:00 PM CDT tonight, September 21.
A severe thunderstorm was detected at 7:15 PM CDT near Norco, approximately 6 miles east of Laplace, moving southwest at 25 mph. This storm is capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts, according to radar indications. Expect potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Impacted locations include Laplace, Norco, New Sarpy, Destrehan, Montz, St. Rose, and Ama.
For your safety, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and stay away from windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds.
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