SUMMARY: Today is an Alert Day with a severe weather risk level of three and four for our area, running from noon to 6 PM. There’s a possibility of tornadoes, with significant risks for EF2 or higher tornadoes and large hail (2 inches or more). While areas to the north have a level five risk, our main impacts are still likely. Strong storms are expected to develop, particularly in the North Shore, Tangipahoa, and Washington parishes. Keep an eye out for storms and potential rotation during the afternoon, as conditions are favorable for severe weather. Stay safe!

Significant severe weather is expected this afternoon into early evening. Tornadoes, damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain are possible. Slightly cooler air expected after the storms.

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SUMMARY: This weekend in Lake Charles, Louisiana, two significant State title games are set to take place. The 15th annual Van Lee Relays showcased exciting track and field action at Neville High School, featuring notable performances like Charlotte Switzer’s first-place long jump of 16’5″ and Aiden Anding’s impressive long jump of 22’11”. In running events, Gabriella Glover won the girls’ 100-meter dash with a time of 12.35 seconds. In baseball, West Monroe topped Captain Shreve 3-1, while Ruston secured a 5-1 victory over K. N. Central. Other teams had mixed results in both baseball and softball competitions.

Local Highlight Reel for March 14th

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SUMMARY: Severe weather is expected in New Orleans on Saturday, with the potential for tornadoes, strong winds, and storms. A powerful upper-level low system will bring instability, with storms likely to intensify after noon and peak by mid-afternoon. While the tornado risk is higher to the east, the region may experience isolated, rotating storms capable of producing tornadoes. Wind gusts up to 70 mph are possible. The storm will move out by Saturday evening, leaving clear skies for Sunday’s festivities. Temperatures will warm up to near 80°F by Wednesday, with a cold front cooling things down by next Thursday.

Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin says there’s a higher than normal threat for strong winds and tornadoes on Saturday, while Sunday looks beautiful.

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