Flash Flood — St. Martin, Louisiana

2019-06-06 · near Breaux Bridge Arpt, St. Martin, Louisiana

Event narrative

Significant street flooding was reported around Breaux Bridge which closed several streets.

Wider weather episode

Deep moisture streamed into the area ahead of an upper level trough and weak cold front. Precipitable water values ranged from 2 to 2.5 with the slow moving system which caused efficient rain producing storms and lead to flash flooding. Several tornadoes also occurred.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 838768. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.