Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tangipahoa and Washington Parishes in Southeastern Louisiana
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Tangipahoa and Washington Parishes until 9:00 PM CDT, with 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail expected.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in New Orleans LA has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning. This alert is an immediate threat based on radar-indicated observations.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following regions in southeastern Louisiana:
- Northern Tangipahoa Parish
- Southwestern Washington Parish
Specific locations impacted include Roseland, Wilmer, and Tangipahoa. The storm was recently located near Roseland or Amite.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building immediately. Residents should seek shelter to avoid potential injury from flying debris or falling trees.
Expected Conditions
- Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected. Residents should anticipate damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hail: Quarter-size hail is possible, which is expected to cause damage to vehicles.
- Movement: The storm was tracked moving east at 15 mph.
Timeline
The warning is effective as of 8:04 PM CDT on March 9, 2026, and is currently scheduled to expire at 9:00 PM CDT.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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