Severe Thunderstorm Warning — East Baton Rouge County, Louisiana
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 21 at 5:44PM CDT until August 21 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
At 544 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Erwinville, or 9 miles northwest of Port Allen, moving south at 15 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Baton Rouge and Erwinville.
Effective August 21, 2026 at 6:44 PM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS New Orleans LA
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for East Baton Rouge County, Louisiana?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for East Baton Rouge County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for West Baton Rouge County.