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Tropical Storm Arthur and Heavy Rainfall in the South; Severe Weather in the Midwest

An outbreak of severe thunderstorms is expected across portions of Illinois and Indiana tonight. Intense tornadoes, swaths of damaging gusts, and hail in excess of 2 inches in diameter possible. Tropical Storm Arthur will continue to produce strong winds across coastal Upper Texas and Louisiana tonight, as well as potentially life-threatening flooding across southern Louisiana into Mississippi. Read More >

Lake Charles, LA

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Forecast Key Messages
Coastal Flood Advisory
Flood Watch
Small Craft Advisory
Tornado Watch
Forecast rainfall Totals Through Thursday
Heat Advisory
Showers and thunderstorms are expected tonight which will produce heavy rainfall across parts of south central Louisiana. A Flood Watch remains in effect for Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana until Thursday evening. A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for coastal portions Southeast Texas and Louisiana until 12PM Thursday.
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Advisory location: Along coastal counties and Parishes within Southeast TX and Louisiana. Advisory effects: Water levels 1 to 1.5 feet above MHHW possible Numerous roads may be closed Low lying property including homes and critical infrastructure may be inundated
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Periods of heavy rainfall are expected tonight into Thursday morning as Tropical Storm Arthur moves through the area. Rain totals of 0.25 to 2 inches are expected, with localized higher amounts of 6 or more inches possible across Acadiana.
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Low pressure troughing in the wake of Tropical Depression Arthur will continue to enhance winds and seas across all marine zones through 7AM Friday.
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Scattered storms moving inland from the remnants of Tropical Depression Arthur have created a threat of brief tornadoes that are possible across lower Acadiana overnight.
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Forecast average rainfall totals are expected to be between 0.25 and 3 inches. The reasonably highest rainfall totals range between 0.5 and 6 inches, from this afternoon through Sunday morning. Remember there is a 10 percent chance observed rainfall totals may be higher.
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Temperatures in the low 90s along with high humidity will raise to heat indices to hazardous levels for humans and domesticated animals. Be sure to take frequent breaks when working in these hot and humid conditions. Pets and livestock are also susceptible to heat related illnesses and actions should be taken to ensure their welfare.
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