Extreme Storm Surge Warning Issued for Southeast St. Tammany
An extreme Storm Surge Warning has been issued for Southeast St. Tammany, including Slidell, with life-threatening flooding and hazardous winds expected. Residents should complete evacuation and flood preparations immediately.
Residents of Southeast St. Tammany, particularly in Slidell, face an immediate and extreme Storm Surge Warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) New Orleans LA as of October 8 at 4:03 AM CDT. Life-threatening storm surge flooding of 3-5 feet above ground is possible from Friday morning until Saturday morning.
Evacuation efforts and flood preparations should be completed now before conditions become unsafe. If evacuation orders are given for your area, leave immediately to ensure your safety and access to emergency services.
In addition to the storm surge, hazardous winds of 20-30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph are expected. Prepare for limited wind damage, including potential issues with porches, awnings, and unanchored mobile homes. Efforts to protect property should be underway, and all preparations must be completed before winds become hazardous.
Scattered power and communication outages are possible. For more information, visit gohsep.la.gov/emergency. This warning is effective until October 8 at 12:15 PM UTC.
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