2 weeks Ago By Melissa Davenport
Foggy conditions have descended upon New Orleans today as the National Weather Service issues a Dense Fog Advisory for the area, impacting visibility and potentially making travel hazardous. According to a statement from the NWS, visibility could be reduced to one quarter mile or less in dense fog. This advisory is set to remain in effect until 11 AM CDT this morning.
Adding to weather-related concerns, the NWS has also put into place a Wind Advisory from 10 AM to 7 PM CDT tomorrow, warning that south winds could reach 15 to 25 mph with the possibility to even gust up to 40 mph. This powerful wind has the potential to quickly blow around unsecured objects, which could lead to tree limbs being blown down and the risk of power outages increasing. Drivers, especially those in high-profile vehicles, are advised to use extra caution, as these conditions are expected to make driving particularly difficult.
In a telling forecast, today's weather in New Orleans is anticipated to clear up gradually, becoming mostly sunny with a high near 80 degrees following the morning fog. Winds are likely to pick up in the afternoon, gusting as high as 25 mph. Tonight, the city faces a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with mostly cloudy skies and lows around 72 degrees.
The south wind around 15 mph could see gusts as high as 25 mph.Looking ahead to the weekend, more unsettled weather is on the horizon. There's a 90 percent chance of precipitation tomorrow, including showers and possibly a thunderstorm, with some storms having the potential to turn severe.
The high is projected to be near 80 degrees once again, with gusty south winds of 15 to 25 mph, and gusts could dramatically reach as high as 40 mph. Residents should prepare to secure any outdoor objects and stay vigilant during these gusty conditions.For a complete overview of the weather this week in New Orleans, including the sunny outlook after the weekend's storms, please visit the National Weather Service's website.
Stay updated with the latest advisories and forecasts to ensure safety and preparedness during this period of varied weather conditions..
