Extreme climate, road flooding, outages all through Higher New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Heavy rain all through the Higher New Orleans area is inflicting road flooding and energy outages in some areas on July 18.
Round 1:20 p.m. officers with NOLA Prepared introduced that impartial floor parking can be allowed till 8 p.m. because of the excessive probabilities of flooding throughout the metropolis.
They’re additionally advising drivers to keep away from flooded areas as it’s harmful and may push water into close by houses and companies.
Earhart Boulevard road flooding
The next streets are presently closed because of flooding:
- Carrollton Underpass
- Conti Avenue / Royal Avenue
- Interstate 10 / S. Galves Avenue
- Ulloa Avenue / S. Cortez Avenue
- N. Gayoso Avenue / Bienville Avenue
- N. Claiborne Avenue / Laharpe Avenue
- Tulane Avenue / S. Carrollton Avenue
- Outdated Gentilly Street / Parish Street
Officers say if water begins to rise round your car, abandon the automotive instantly. Residents can report road flooding and emergencies by calling 911.
As of two:40 p.m., Entergy officers are reporting 927 prospects are with out energy.
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