Rafael-fueled front brings life-threatening flash flooding risk to Louisiana
Tropical Storm Rafael may be swirling in open waters hundreds of miles away from the U.S. Gulf Coast, but moisture from the late-season storm triggered a dangerous flash flood threat across parts of the South over the weekend,
Major storm brings flash flooding threat, heavy snow in central US
A large storm over the central U.S. is bringing a range of weather issues, from flooding rain and severe weather to heavy snow in the Rockies.
Flash flood threat continues across Louisiana due to moisture from Tropical Storm Rafael in Gulf
Torrential rain led to numerous reports of flash flooding in Louisiana over the weekend due to copious amounts of moisture being funneled into the region from Tropical Storm Rafael spinning in the Gulf of Mexico.
Rafael Fuels Lingering Flood Risk in the South
Typically, this level of risk is issued only a few times a year. Take the threat seriously and have multiple ways to receive weather alerts if you live around these locations. As Rafael continues to spin in the western Gulf,
Rafael to bring coastal flooding and rain impacts this weekend
A stalled storm offshore means weather impacts can be expected for us. Today winds will increase, especially along the coast, which will lead us into several high tide cycles through the weekend. If you live in a flood prone area due to coastal flooding, be ready for some high water.
Tropical Storm Rafael Triggers Coastal Flooding in Louisiana
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for parts of southwestern Louisiana on Sunday, September 10, as Tropical Storm Rafael brought “excessive rainfall” to the region. Drone footage captured by Christine Wyninger shows floodwaters in Sulphur on Sunday morning.
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Louisiana could be out billions, if controversial coastal-restoration stalls
The project touches nine parishes and is scattered throughout the Louisiana Gulf Coast. The project would essentially reconnect the sediment-carrying Mississippi River to the basin to maintain and ...
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Coastal flooding advisory issued for New Orleans metro as Rafael moves through Gulf
Minor coastal flooding could bring up to one foot above normally dry ground. Impacts include flooded lots, parks and roads.
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New Orleans and Southern Mississippi on Alert for Minor Coastal Flooding as Warm and Unsettled Weather Persists
The NWS issued a coastal flood advisory for flooding in southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi from tonight until ...
Southeast Louisiana seeing costal flooding concerns from winds, Hurricane Rafael
High pressure to the north and Rafael to the south will cause an easterly wind along the coast. This will help elevate the ...
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Potential flooding in southeast Louisiana may impact school bus pick-up, rush hour in some areas
Heavy rainfall ranging from five to 10 inches that occurred in portions of southeast Louisiana overnight could lead to ...
Rafael to bring flooding concerns through the weekend
Guidance suggests Rafael could stall south of Louisiana and slowly drift north as it dissipates late in the weekend. This ...
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Coastal Flood Advisory in effect
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for much of southeast Louisiana from 9pm Sunday until 9am Monday due to breezy ...
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Thousands in Louisiana drop flood insurance despite more frequent, damaging storms. Why?
Efforts to flood-proof homes in Louisiana are not moving fast enough. Skyrocketing flood insurance premiums along with home ...