US: Tornado warning in effect for New Orleans, Louisiana, until at least 23:45 CST Jan. 24 /update 1

Event

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for New Orleans, Louisiana, and the surrounding area Jan. 24. The warning covers New Orleans, Marrero, and Terrytown, and is in effect until at least 23:45 CST. The weather warning could be extended or expanded at short notice.

Advice

Seek shelter immediately in areas covered by the warning. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur. Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information.