Astronomical Low Tide — Vermilion, Louisiana

2022-03-12 · Vermilion, Louisiana

Event narrative

Strong north winds pushed the tide at Fresh Water Lock below -1 foot MLLW for multiple hours. The tide level fell to -4.34 feet MLLW.

Wider weather episode

Water levels along the coast of Southwest Louisiana fell well below normal behind a strong cold front.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1015174. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.