NEW ORLEANS — A risk of severe weather across southeast Louisiana Wednesday has some city buildings and offices closing in New Orleans. Neutral ground parking is allowed on Wednesday, April 10, from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
WWL Louisiana Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin says storms are likely to hit the area as early as 7 or 8 a.m. through early afternoon, around 1 or 2 p.m., before rain tapers off during the afternoon and evening. The worst of the weather could come before lunchtime, around 10 a.m. to noon, as a complex of especially potent storms rolls through.
Closures
- City Hall will be closed on Wednesday. City services will remain open virtually.
- The Municipal and Traffic Court of New Orleans and the Orleans Parish Civil District Court, including First and Second City Court will also be closed Wednesday
- Orleans Parish Juvenile Court closed Wednesday
Neutral Ground Parking:
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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