Flash flood warning issued for west-central Pearl River County
The National Weather Service in New Orleans issued a flash flood warning for west-central Pearl River County in southern Mississippi until 10:45 p.m. CDT.
At 7:39 p.m., Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain. Between 3 and 5 inches of rain had fallen, with more heavy rain ongoing. An additional 1 to 3 inches was possible, and flash flooding was ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Flooding could affect small creeks and streams, roads, underpasses and other low-lying areas with poor drainage. The warning area includes mainly rural parts of west-central Pearl River County.
Turn around, don’t drown when you encounter flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash flood warning issued for east-central Washington Parish
The National Weather Service in New Orleans issued a flash flood warning for east-central Washington Parish until 9 p.m. CDT.
At 6:05 p.m., Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain had fallen, and heavy rain was continuing. Flash flooding was ongoing or expected to begin shortly. The heaviest rain is expected to clear by 8 p.m.
Flooding could affect small creeks and streams, roads, underpasses and other low-lying areas with poor drainage. The warning area is mainly rural.
Turn around, don’t drown when you encounter flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash flood warning issued for north-central Jefferson Parish
The National Weather Service in New Orleans issued a flash flood warning for north-central Jefferson Parish until 9 p.m. CDT.
At 5:57 p.m., Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain had fallen, and flash flooding was ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Flash flooding could affect urban areas, highways, streets, underpasses and other low-lying areas with poor drainage. Metairie is among the locations that could be affected.
Turn around, don’t drown when you encounter flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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