Alertes en vigueurIberia

The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has issued a Flash Flood Warning for North Central Iberia Parish in south central Louisiana Central St. Martin Parish in south central Louisiana Northwestern St. Mary Parish in south central Louisiana Until 615 AM CDT. At 217 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. An estimated 1 to 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Hazard: Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
Source: Radar.
Impact: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include New Iberia, Catahoula, Jeanerette, Loreauville, Lake Fausse Pointe, Lydia and Butte La Rose.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.