NEW ORLEANS — A flash flood warning was issued for southeast Louisiana after heavy thunderstorms swept through the area Saturday afternoon.
The flash flood warning was in effect until 6:15 p.m. Neutral ground parking was allowed until 8 p.m.
The National Weather Service issued the alert at 3:05 p.m.
New Orleans, Chalmette, Metairie, Gretna, Terrytown and St. Bernard parish are under the warning.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for St. Tammany and Tangipahoa Parish until 5:15 p.m.
The National Weather service followed up with a severe thunderstorm warning for southeast Louisiana until 5:30 p.m.
Please don't block intersections, streetcar tracks, sidewalks, or bike paths.
Avoid flood waters
-NEVER drive through flood waters. It's dangerous for you, your vehicle, and can push water into nearby homes and businesses.
-If water rises around your car, abandon the car immediately.
Report flooding
-Call 911 to report street flooding and life-threatening emergencies.
-View reports of street flooding at streetwise.nola.gov
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