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Tropical Storm Francine could become hurricane, set to bring Louisiana rain, wind
By Ashley Renee,
5 hours ago
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — The 10 a.m. CDT update from the National Hurricane Center states that Potential Tropical Cyclone Six is now Tropical Storm Francine. It is in the southwest Gulf of Mexico and has strengthened and become a better-organized system since earlier in the morning.
Dry weather is expected for the Greater Baton Rouge area for the first half of Monday. More moisture will begin creeping back into our area between Monday and Tuesday. Isolated showers are possible for this afternoon and evening.
Francine might strengthen to a Category 1 hurricane before making landfall. The storm could make landfall late Wednesday night in southwest Louisiana. Heavy rainfall, gusty winds (likely Category 1 hurricane-force winds) and flooding will impact the Louisiana coast.
We’ll feel early impacts on Tuesday as more rain begins spreading northward into our area. Rain coverage will increase for Wednesday and Thursday.
A tropical storm watch is already in effect for most of the Texas coast until Sunday morning. Tropical storm watches, hurricane watches, and flood watches will likely be issued soon for the Louisiana coast.
Flooding, gusty winds and heavy rain will impact Louisiana on Wednesday and Thursday.
The Greater Baton Rouge area is split between a marginal risk and a slight risk for flash flooding are in place for Tuesday morning through Wednesday morning.
A moderate risk for flash flooding covers most of south Louisiana and central Louisiana from Wednesday morning through Thursday morning. Parts of north Louisiana are under a slight risk and a moderate risk.
A marginal risk for severe weather is in place for our area for Wednesday and Wednesday night. Severe thunderstorms, hail, gusty winds and isolated tornadoes are possible. The Greater Baton Rouge area will be on the east side of this system. Normally, a hurricane’s right side has greater potential for severe weather and tornadoes. Wind speeds are usually faster and stronger on the hurricane’s right side. Storm surge and coastal flooding will also be an issue for the Louisiana coast.
How to Prepare
Have an emergency plan ready for you and your family (pets included).
Have at least three to five days’ worth of food and a few gallons of water (non-perishable items) for you and your pets.
Have first aid items like band-aids, gauze, alcohol wipes and sanitizer.
Pack medicine for all members (including pets).
Have flashlights, batteries, candles and matches. Battery-powered candles will also be beneficial.
Pack your important documents (birth certificate, marriage certificate, insurance forms, etc. inside a waterproof casing. A Ziploc bag or plastic zip-up folder will work. Use some type of plastic container to protect your items from water damage.
Use a battery-powered weather radio to stay updated on the forecast and make sure all devices are charged.
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