New Orleans flood threat - Gulf downpours could snag travel

A stationary band of rain in New Orleans is increasing the flood threat across the metro this morning. Flooding will be possible through the holiday weekend along the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast.

The WeatherRadar shows a nearly stationary band of heavy rain across the New Orleans metro this morning. Flooding is a concern as this heavy rain will continue through midday. Remember to avoid water-covered roads and to turn on your app alerts.

New Orleans isn't the only area along the Gulf Coast at risk for flooding as we head into Labor Day Weekend. Heavy rain will bring a flooding threat from Galveston, Texas, to Biloxi, Miss. Folks traveling to Houston, Beaumont, Texas, Lake Charles, La., and New Orleans should be ready for downpours.

Those traveling by road this holiday weekend, especially those driving on I-10, should keep an eye on the WeatherRadar. Also, did you know that Weather & Radar is available on Android Auto? Learn more here.