US EditionGulf Coast Braces for Flooding as Storm System Builds Into Possible Tropical Depression
GULF COAST, INCLUDING SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA, ALABAMA, AND MISSISSIPPI, JUL 15 – Flood watches cover Southeast Louisiana and the north-central Gulf Coast with rainfall totals expected between 3 to 10 inches, raising flash flood risks amid already saturated conditions.
- A weather disturbance traveling over the Florida Panhandle on Wednesday has a 40% likelihood of developing into a tropical depression as it progresses westward toward southeastern Louisiana.
- This system developed after drifting west across Florida on Tuesday and is part of the active Atlantic hurricane season that began June 1 with three named storms so far.
- Flood watches have been issued for over 30 parishes in Southeast Louisiana, starting Wednesday afternoon and continuing through Friday night. Some areas, including Baton Rouge, are expected to face Level 2 and Level 3 flooding risks as heavy rainfall persists.
- The National Weather Service forecasts 3 to 6 inches of rain, with localized amounts up to 10 inches near Baton Rouge, and officials warn that heavy downpours could cause flash flooding.
- Preparedness efforts include sandbag availability across East Baton Rouge, and the system’s ultimate strength, path, and speed will determine flood severity before it moves away over the weekend.
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