Orleans Parish, LA — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 01:29 PM ET, Orleans Parish, Louisiana is at WATCH (35/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Thunderstorms expected Sunday.
Updated Aug 29, 01:29 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
35 /100
WATCH
Conditions worth monitoring.
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Sunday
- ▸ Hancock - Texas Flat Road fire 42.3 mi away (410 acres, 100% contained)
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Hancock - Texas Flat Road 42.3 mi · Old Spanish Trail 86.5 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | AQI 53 (Moderate) |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3.4 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Central at 76.4% of 7-day peak · 0% of Louisiana customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Louisiana |
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