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Louisiana GOHSEP

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Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

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NWS Lake Charles (@nwslakecharles) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A Flood Watch has been posted for portions of southeast Texas and much of Louisiana through Thursday. 3 to 8 inches of widespread is forecast with isolated amounts up to 12 inches.

A Flood Watch has been posted for portions of southeast Texas and much of Louisiana through Thursday. 3 to 8 inches of widespread is forecast with isolated amounts up to 12 inches.
NWS Lake Charles (@nwslakecharles) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Prepare for hurricane season by knowing how to understand forecasts. They can tell you a lot about what is expected, including the storm’s path, rainfall amounts, wind speeds, and more. #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong noaa.gov/understand-for…

Prepare for hurricane season by knowing how to understand forecasts. They can tell you a lot about what is expected, including the storm’s path, rainfall amounts, wind speeds, and more. #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong
noaa.gov/understand-for…
NWS Jackson MS (@nwsjacksonms) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It's important to know what the forecast cone from the National Hurricane Center means, and what it doesn't. It's NOT a cone of impact! nhc.noaa.gov/cone_usage.php

NWS Lake Charles (@nwslakecharles) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Are you ready for hurricane season? Take action TODAY to be better prepared for when the worst happens. Even if you feel ready, there may be additional things you could do or learn. #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong noaa.gov/take-action-to… #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong

Are you ready for hurricane season? Take action TODAY to be better prepared for when the worst happens. Even if you feel ready, there may be additional things you could do or learn. #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong
noaa.gov/take-action-to… #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong
Governor Jeff Landry (@lagovjefflandry) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Louisiana has the key formula to economic success, and the world is starting to notice! ā€œA notable winner this year was Louisiana, jumping 13 spots to 18th overall for economic outlook. Thanks to GOP Gov. Jeff Landry and principled legislators, Louisiana’s recent tax overhaul

NWS Lake Charles (@nwslakecharles) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Don’t wait until heat arrives to begin protecting yourself. If the forecast calls for extreme heat, begin preparing NOW. Stay Weather-Ready. #NIHHIS #HeatSafety weather.gov/safety/heat

Don’t wait until heat arrives to begin protecting yourself. If the forecast calls for extreme heat, begin preparing NOW. Stay Weather-Ready. #NIHHIS #HeatSafety weather.gov/safety/heat
NWS Shreveport (@nwsshreveport) 's Twitter Profile Photo

An NWS Survey Team confirmed an EF1 tornado occurred near Bentley, LA on 5/26/2025. Estimated peak winds were 100 mph. Path length was 3.60 miles. Max. width was 280 yards. A separate area of straight-line wind damage was found south of Pollock, LA. Peak winds were 100 mph.

An NWS Survey Team confirmed an EF1 tornado occurred near Bentley, LA on 5/26/2025. Estimated peak winds were 100 mph. Path length was 3.60 miles. Max. width was 280 yards.

A separate area of straight-line wind damage was found south of Pollock, LA. Peak winds were 100 mph.
LA State Police (@lastatepolice) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Emergency Services Unit (ESU) is on the scene of a train derailment in Baton Rouge. There is no off-site impact or hazards to the public at this time. However, due to the location of the derailment a portion of I-110 near will need to be closed for an extended amount of time.

The Emergency Services Unit (ESU) is on the scene of a train derailment in Baton Rouge. There is no off-site impact or hazards to the public at this time. However, due to the location of the derailment a portion of I-110 near will need to be closed for an extended amount of time.
NWS New Orleans (@nwsneworleans) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Where has the time gone? The bad news is that Yep, it's that time of year again...Hurricane Season is here. The good news is that the National Hurricane Center is showing us a clear map for the next seven days! Now is the time to work on being prepared! #lawx #mswx #NHC

Where has the time gone?  The bad news is that Yep, it's that time of year again...Hurricane Season is here.  The good news is that the National Hurricane Center is showing us a clear map for the next seven days! 

Now is the time to work on being prepared! #lawx #mswx #NHC
Governor Jeff Landry (@lagovjefflandry) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I joined Louisiana GOHSEP today to ensure all Louisianans have a plan in place should a hurricane hit our State. Remember to go to getagameplan.org to ensure you are fully prepared!

I joined <a href="/GOHSEP/">Louisiana GOHSEP</a> today to ensure all Louisianans have a plan in place should a hurricane hit our State. Remember to go to getagameplan.org to ensure you are fully prepared!
NWS Shreveport (@nwsshreveport) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A very serious severe weather threat will materialize tonight across the Four State Region with widespread damaging winds likely. Large hail and isolated tornadoes also cannot be ruled out. #Okwx #Arwx #Lawx #Txwx

A very serious severe weather threat will materialize tonight across the Four State Region with widespread damaging winds likely.  Large hail and isolated tornadoes also cannot be ruled out.  #Okwx #Arwx #Lawx #Txwx
NWS Shreveport (@nwsshreveport) 's Twitter Profile Photo

There's a Marginal Risk for a couple of severe storms today and into this evening across much of E TX, W LA, and portions of SW AR. Damaging winds and large hail will be the main threats. Locally heavy rain may also result flash flooding.

There's a Marginal Risk for a couple of severe storms today and into this evening across much of E TX, W LA, and portions of SW AR. Damaging winds and large hail will be the main threats. Locally heavy rain may also result flash flooding.
Governor Jeff Landry (@lagovjefflandry) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Proud to have signed into law a sweeping new measure that authorizes state and local law enforcement to actively intercept and disable drones that pose credible threats to public safety. This law puts Louisiana on the front lines of drone defense. We are taking bold steps now to

NWS Shreveport (@nwsshreveport) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Tropical Depression Two has developed this afternoon in the Bay of Campeche. It is forecast to become a Tropical Storm before making landfall along the eastern Mexico coast. No direct impacts are expected to the Four State Region.

Tropical Depression Two has developed this afternoon in the Bay of Campeche. It is forecast to become a Tropical Storm before making landfall along the eastern Mexico coast. No direct impacts are expected to the Four State Region.
NWS Shreveport (@nwsshreveport) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Similar forecast tonight as in previous days. Muggy overnight lows in the mid and upper 70's will turn to afternoon highs in the mid 90's for Wednesday.

Similar forecast tonight as in previous days. Muggy overnight lows in the mid and upper 70's will turn to afternoon highs in the mid 90's for Wednesday.
NWS Lake Charles (@nwslakecharles) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Good morning, We have another Marginal Risk (level 1 of 4) for flash flooding today. Similar to yesterday the main concern will be heavy rain from thunderstorms this afternoon and into the early evening.

Good morning,

We have another Marginal Risk (level 1 of 4) for flash flooding today. Similar to yesterday the main concern will be heavy rain from thunderstorms this afternoon and into the early evening.
NWS Shreveport (@nwsshreveport) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Near-normal temperatures (low 90s) will return to the Four State Region as the greater distribution of scattered thunderstorms shifts along and south of the I-20 corridor through this afternoon. #okwx #lawx #txwx #arwx

Near-normal temperatures (low 90s) will return to the Four State Region as the greater distribution of scattered thunderstorms shifts along and south of the I-20 corridor through this afternoon. #okwx #lawx #txwx #arwx