Flood Watch Issued as Heavy Rainfall Expected
A flood watch remains in effect through Friday afternoon for various parishes and counties across Louisiana. These include Allen, Avoyelles, Beauregard, Evangeline, Lafayette, and many others. The watch covers northern Acadia, northern Calcasieu, northern Jefferson Davis, Rapides, southern Acadia, and numerous other areas. It also extends to St. Landry, upper St. Martin, upper Vermilion, Vernon, Bienville, Caldwell, De Soto, and Grant parishes. In addition, it encompasses Jackson, La Salle, Natchitoches, Ouachita, Red River, Sabine, Winn, and several counties such as Hardin, lower Jefferson, and northern Jasper. Residents in these areas are urged to remain vigilant.
Details of the Watch:
- What: Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
- Where: Portions of Louisiana, including multiple parishes and counties.
- When: Through Friday afternoon.
- Impacts: Excessive runoff may lead to flooding of rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas. Flooding may also occur in urban areas with poor drainage.
Additional Details:
- A storm system moving through the region is expected to bring widespread rainfall of 2 to 6 inches, with localized amounts up to 12 inches. This heavy rainfall will fall on already saturated soils and may lead to flooding.
- Rainfall rates could exceed 2 inches per hour during the strongest showers and storms.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions:
Residents are advised to monitor forecasts and be prepared to take action if flash flood warnings are issued.
Where to Get Sandbags:
Grant Parish (GPSO):
- Civic Center
- Bynum Fire Station
- Pollock Fire Station
- Selma ballpark
- Prospect ballpark
- Nantachie Fire Station
- Dry Prong (across from the tennis courts)
- Montgomery town hall
Rapides Parish (RPPJ Highway Department):
- All Fire District Fire Houses
City of Pineville:
- Residents can pick up 10 sandbags at the Public Works office located at 405 Sanders St.
City of Natchitoches:
- Residents can pick up sandbags at the Public Services complex located at 110 Mill Street.
Vernon Parish:
- Residents can pick up sandbags at the Public Barn located at 602 La. Hwy 28.
If you know of other locations where sandbags are available, please email the information to [email protected].
Stay safe and stay informed.
Source: NWS
