Thunderstorms across Louisiana are producing heavy rain across the state, according to the National Weather Service.
Flash flood warnings are in effect for “northwestern Jefferson Parish, southwestern Orleans Parish, northern St. Charles Parish and southwestern St. John The Baptist Parish” until 11:45 p.m. local time, the NWS said Wednesday night.
According to the NWS, between 5 and 7 inches of rain have already fallen in these areas, with another 2 to 3 inches expected.
Other areas of Louisiana likely to experience flash flooding include Hahnville, Metairie, Avondale, Laplace, Marrero, Reserve, Harvey, Timberlane, Jefferson, Gretna, Harahan, Westwego, St. Rose, Destrehan, Ama, New Sarpy, Norco, Luling and Waggaman.
