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8:30AM FORECAST — Areal Flood Advisory for Metro New Orleans. Watch for street flooding! Here’s the details:

AREAL FLOOD ADVISORY — Issued for Metro New Orleans until 10:00AM. 1-3″ of rainfall possible, park vehicles in high location

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The National Weather Service has extended the Flash Flood Watch for Southeast Louisiana until 1PM on Wednesday.

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1-3″ of rainfall overnight has led to saturated soils. An additional 1-3″ of rainfall possible, which could lead to street flooding.

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Scatterd locally heavy storms likely this morning into the early afternoon.

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An isolated strong to severe storm possible with gusty winds and lightning as the primary risks along with the heavy rain threat.

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The good news? Rain will begin to clear from north to south into the late afternoon with most parts of the area dry for Cinco De Mayo plans this evening!

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