Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Plaquemines 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 7:24PM CDT until August 21 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
At 724 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Belle Chasse, moving south at 25 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Belle Chasse, Myrtle Grove, and Poydras.
Effective August 21, 2026 at 8:24 PM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS New Orleans LA
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
Last Checked
13 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 Plaquemines 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 (13 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Plaquemines County?
Download StormCast free on Google Play and set Plaquemines County, Louisiana as one of your monitored locations. StormCast checks the NWS feed continuously and pushes alerts like this directly to your phone — even with the screen off.
What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for St. Bernard County.