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.

Muggy morning turns unsettled: storms likely after 11 a.m. with highs near 91°F and heat indexes approaching 105°F on Monday.

Hot, muggy July 4 in New Orleans: highs near 93°F with a slight chance of afternoon storms and rising heat index later this week.

Clear, muggy morning with highs near 92°F; a slight chance of afternoon storms could nudge July 4 plans. Be ready for short delays and bring water.

Hot and muggy with scattered afternoon storms; brief heavy downpours possible. Fireworks remain scheduled for July 4.

Heat Advisory Wednesday with highs near 91°F and heat‑index readings into the 100s. Scattered afternoon storms may bring brief heavy rain and gusty winds.

Heat Advisory in effect Tuesday; highs near 95°F and heat-index values up to 110°F. Cooling centers and late storms possible.

A bright fireball blazed across the pre-dawn sky early Sunday, with Our Lady of the Lake’s Sky9 camera in Baton Rouge providing the clearest footage.

Hot Monday with highs near 93°F and heat index into the 100s. Scattered storms return Tuesday into Wednesday.

Highs near 94°F today with heat‑index readings in the 100s; city cooling centers are available and midweek storms could bring heavy rain.

Heat Advisory Saturday in New Orleans with highs near 93°F and heat‑index values up to 108°F. Cooling centers and rec centers are open for relief.