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Last Map Update: Fri, Mar 6, 2026 at 6:04:15 pm CST

Severe Weather Outlook valid 7AM Saturday through 7AM Sunday. Headline reads Isolated Severe Storms Saturday. A map highlights a severe weather threat across portions of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi, and indicates a maximum threat level 2 of 5. Wind Threat: level 2 of 5, wind gusts greater than 60 mph. Hail Threat: level 1 of 5, hail quarter sized or larger. Tornado Threat: minimal, no tornadoes expected. Flood Threat: level 1 of 4, isolated flash flooding. Safety information includes the following. Stay weather aware, Plan for a way to receive warnings overnight.
Excessive rainfall outlook graphic. Headline reads Localized Flash Flooding Saturday. Sub-headline reads Valid 6AM Saturday through 6AM Sunday. A map on the left is shaded to indicate the threat area across portions of SE LA and S MS. A legend under the map indicates a maximum threat level 1 of 4. Locally heavy rainfall could lead to ponding of water in low lying and poor drainage areas; A few road closures may be necessary especially near underpasses and other low lying areas. Timing: Saturday afternoon through Saturday night, with the greatest threat overnight. Safety information: Stay weather aware; Avoid flooded roadways; Be extra careful if driving at night.
Warm and stormy through the weekend. Highs will climb into the upper 70s and 80s each day. Lows will only dip into the mid to upper 60s. Rain chances will be highest on Saturday and Sunday when scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms can be expected. A few of the storms may turn severe Saturday night.

 


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