Federal regulators reached a consent agreement with Denka in LaPlace that requires cleanup of chloroprene waste, new controls and a civil penalty of roughly $996,700. The deal follows inspections that found hazardous open‑pit handling and very high short‑term emissions.

Heavy morning storms may cause localized flash flooding in New Orleans; expect cooler readings this afternoon and hotter conditions later in the week.

A flash flood warning Saturday drenched parts of the New Orleans metro, closing underpasses and flooding low‑lying blocks as crews worked to clear water. Officials urged residents to avoid flooded roads.

Scattered storms today, heavy rain likely Monday. Localized flash flooding possible.

Clear and already steamy this morning; storms likely after 10 a.m. with heat index near 106. A slowmoving front could bring heavier rain and flashflood risk early next week.

A Flood Advisory soaked parts of Orleans Parish Thursday, producing pockets of street flooding in low-lying neighborhoods. Officials urged caution and pointed residents to NOLA Ready and the National Weather Service for updates.

Hot and humid Thursday with highs near 92°F and a 40% chance of afternoon storms. Heavy rain and flash‑flood risk rises Monday–Wednesday, July 13–15.

Colorado State University sharply lowered its 2026 Atlantic forecast Wednesday, cutting Gulf Coast odds for a major hurricane; officials say one storm can still be devastating.

Hot and humid today with highs near 93°F and scattered afternoon storms possible. City cooling sites and boating cautions are in effect.

Clear morning; highs near 92°F and heat index up to 105°F. Afternoon storms possible and a few storms could bring gusty winds and heavy downpours.

New Orleans is allowing neutral-ground parking until 9 p.m. as heavy rain and storms threaten street flooding across the metro. Safety tips and the latest forecast are inside.

A tornado warning briefly covered parts of St. John the Baptist Parish on Sunday; officials urged residents to seek shelter and monitor local alerts.

Highs near 91°F and heat-index values up to 105°F; scattered afternoon storms possible.