⚠️ Stay Alert – Severe Weather Threat Through Early Morning Hours
🌪️ Overview
A Tornado Watch has been issued for several parts of the Capital Region, including:
East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, Iberville, East Felicia, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. James, St. Mary, West Felicia Parishes, and Amite & Wilkinson Counties.
⏰ In effect until 6 a.m. Sunday.
🌧️ What’s Happening Now
Heavy showers and thunderstorms are already moving through the area.
A large storm line is expected to arrive after midnight (2:00–5:00 a.m.), bringing:
- 🌬️ Damaging winds
- 🌪️ Isolated, brief tornadoes
- 🌧️ 1–3 inches of additional rain (locally higher possible)
By sunrise, most storms should exit the region, leaving behind cooler and clearer skies early next week.
📘 What a “Tornado Watch” Means
According to the National Weather Service (NWS):
A Watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form — not that one is happening.
A Warning means a tornado has been sighted or detected by radar — take cover immediately.
🛑 Safety Tips for Tonight
✅ Stay informed: Keep an eye on weather apps, alerts, and local news.
🏠 Know your shelter: Move to an interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows.
🚗 Avoid mobile homes & vehicles: Move to a sturdy building.
⚡ Don’t wait for a warning: Conditions can worsen quickly.
🚫 Never take shelter under an overpass — wind funnels through, making it more dangerous.
🌙 Why This Storm Matters
This event is happening overnight, when most people are asleep.
That makes it more dangerous — fewer people are alert, visibility is poor, and strong winds can cause flash flooding or debris hazards.
Be proactive tonight — stay prepared and alert even if the weather seems calm.
🌤️ What’s Next
- ⏰ Storms move out by sunrise
- 🌡️ Cooler, more comfortable air arrives early next week
- ☀️ Expect lower humidity and mild days ahead
🗣️ Final Word
A Tornado Watch isn’t a guarantee of danger — it’s your heads-up to get ready.
Make sure your phone is charged, alerts are on, and your safe spot is known.
Share this update so others can prepare too.
Stay safe, stay smart, and stay weather-aware. 💪🌪️
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