Emma Discher

ALT POTENTIAL storm surge impacts from Francine across southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. A map indicates the greatest potential impact across coastal areas from From Morgan City through Grand Isle with additional impacts to the Mississippi Alabama state line.. In these areas there is potential for inundation above 9 ft AGL. Potential impacts include widespread, deep flooding greatly accentuated by battering waves. Structural damage to buildings with many washing away, especially near the immediate coast. Some locations may be uninhabitable for an extended period. Massive damage to marinas, docks boardwalks, and piers is also expected. Some safety tips include: Evacuate if local orders are in effect. Do not return until officials give the OK. And have multiple ways to get local updates including a battery powered radio or cell phone with weather alerts enabled.

ALT POTENTIAL flooding rain impacts from Francine across southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. A map indicates the greatest potential impact All of Southeast Louisiana. In these areas, there is potential for major flooding rain. Potential impacts include: Numerous evacuations and rescues may become necessary. Flooding of many structures, with some becoming uninhabitable. Escape routes in some areas could become flooded or washed out. Numerous road and bridge closures due to flooding. A few safety tips include: Have multiple ways to receive flash flood warnings, including a weather radio with battery backup or cell phone with weather alerts enabled. NEVER drive around barricades. And monitor the forecast for any changes in expected impacts.

ALT POTENTIAL tornado impacts from Francine across southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. A map indicates the greatest potential impact Most of Southeast Louisiana. In these areas, there is potential for several tornadoes. Potential impacts include: Several places experiencing tornado damage. Houses could suffer significant roof damage. Mobile homes could be completely destroyed. Large trees snapped or uprooted, causing additional damage. Some safety tips include: Have multiple ways to receive tornado warnings, including a weather radio with battery backup or cell phone with weather alerts enabled. Stay away from windows. Monitor the forecast for any changes in expected impacts.

ALT POTENTIAL wind impacts from Francine across southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. A map indicates the greatest potential impact around Baton Rouge and areas south and west. . In these areas there is potential for winds of 74 to 110 mph. These winds could cause considerable roof damage to frame houses and severely damage mobile homes. Many large trees will be downed, some causing additional damage. Some roads will be impassable due to debris. Large areas of power and communication outages are expected. A few safety tips include: Protect your windows with shutters or plywood ahead of the storm. Consider leaving mobile homes for safer shelter. And have multiple ways to get local updates such as a battery powered radio and your cell phone with weather alerts enabled.

ALT Current track forecast graphic. A map indicates the forecast track of the tropical cyclone. To the right of the map is an overview as well as threat and safety information. The overview reads: Potential Tropical Cyclone 6 has now become Tropical Storm Francine. Francine is forecast to move northwestward then turn northeastward and become a hurricane when it reaches the NW Gulf coast. Hurricane and Tropical Storm Watches have been issued for most of Louisiana. Threat information is as follows: Francine is expected to bring heavy rainfall, coastal flooding, gusty winds, and even a few tornadoes to the area, mainly Tuesday night through Thursday morning. Small changes in storm track could still result in large charges to expected impacts A few safety tips include: Monitor the forecast for changes. Follow and share info from official sources. Review your plans before they're needed.

ALT Drawing of a forecast cone intersecting the coast. Text to the right of the drawing highlights the following information. Potential tropical cyclone advisories are issued before a tropical depression or tropical storm forms. They provide the NWS with the ability to issue a watch with a full 48 hours of lead time or a warning with a full 36 hours of lead time prior to a possible tropical storm, hurricane, or life-threatening storm surge conditions.

ALT Tropical storm warning - tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph) are expected within the next 36 hours. Tropical storm watch - tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph) are possible within the next 48 hours.

ALT Hurricane warning - hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected within the next 36 hours. Hurricane watch - hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are possible within the next 48 hours.