Governor Bobby Jindal declares state of emergency

BATON ROUGE, La. (WGNO) – Governor Bobby Jindal has declared a state of emergency due to severe weather across South Louisiana. A very strong storm system quickly moved across the state Monday morning. The National Weather Service issuing a series of Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, Severe Weather Statements, Tornado Watches and Tornado Warnings as part of this event. More dangerous storms are possible Monday tonight and Tuesday.

At its height, more than 100,000 of Entergy customers were left without power as a result of the storms, including the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Power lines and trees are down in multiple locations. Flash flooding and storm-related debris blocked many roadways.

A declaration of emergency is necessary to allow state agencies to respond to requests for assistance from local governments.

“More severe weather could be on the way starting tonight,” said GOHSEP Director Kevin Davis. “We urge everyone to take action now and get a game plan before the storms arrive. Watch for notices from your local emergency managers and first responders. Because conditions can change rapidly during this type of event, monitor the ALERT FM App and local media for warnings or advisories.”

Meteorologists with the National Weather Service say storms could develop after midnight into Tuesday morning. Isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out. The flooding risk will continue as more rain will quickly runoff contributing to the current flooding.

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Flooding at Terry Parkway in Gretna Monday,