Lake Charles, LA – Multiple rounds of thunderstorms are forecast to impact Louisiana and Southeast Texas early this week, raising concerns about flash flooding in affected areas. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued an Excessive Rainfall Outlook for Tuesday through Wednesday night, with the highest risk across portions of the region.
According to the NWS, thunderstorms will intensify Tuesday as a slow-moving system moves into the area. The warm and moist conditions are expected to bring localized heavy downpours, with the possibility of flash flooding, particularly in areas where storms persist or train over the same locations. The storm system’s heavy rain is forecast to continue through Wednesday night, bringing up to 3 inches of rain to some areas. Locations most at risk include low-lying or flood-prone areas.
Cities such as Lake Charles and Baton Rouge in Louisiana, and Beaumont in Texas, could see significant rainfall and localized flooding. Roads may become impassable, and travelers should avoid non-essential travel. Motorists should be prepared for hazardous driving conditions, particularly in areas where rainfall totals accumulate quickly.
The NWS urges individuals to stay alert to weather alerts and remain prepared for the possibility of rapid flooding, especially near streams and roadways. This storm system could also bring additional rounds of storms later in the week, so residents should continue monitoring local weather updates.
