Houma Thibodaux News

The National Weather Service (NWS) has provided an update on the heavy rain and flash flood situation. As of January 26, 2024, 6PM, the last wave of rain and storms is expected to move through the area from the early morning hours to the afternoon (generally 3am-12pm). The flood watch has been cancelled and there is no flood watch in effect at this time.

However, there are still some concerns to be aware of. Dense fog is expected overnight, particularly around daybreak, but it should start to clear out as the rain arrives tomorrow morning. Additionally, a few storms may be locally strong to severe, with damaging winds possible. The possibility of tornadoes along the line of storms cannot be ruled out.

The areas that were hit hard in the past couple of days should be closely monitored for isolated flooding. The NWS advises that any additional rain in these areas could lead to further flooding.

In light of this update, it is important to stay informed and prepared. The NWS provides additional information and resources to help you stay up to date with the latest developments. You can visit the NWS New Orleans website at www.weather.gov/neworleans or the NWS New Orleans DSS website at http://www.weather.gov/lix/embrief. River gauges and forecasts can be accessed at http://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=lix. You can also follow the NWS New Orleans on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NWSNewOrleans or on Twitter at https://twitter.com/NWSNewOrleans. If you come across any severe weather, you can report it online at https://www.weather.gov/lix/submit_storm_report. For more general information on severe weather, you can visit the Storm Prediction Center at www.spc.noaa.gov.

As the situation continues to develop, it is crucial to stay alert and take precautions as necessary. Stay tuned to the latest updates from the NWS and local authorities to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.