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Excessive Heat Warning 1, NWS New Orleans, LA

July 29, 202115 parishes in Louisiana; 5 counties in Mississippi

NWS New Orleans, LA issued this excessive heat warning at Jul 29, 2021, 1:40 PM CDT for 15 parishes in Louisiana; 5 counties in Mississippi. It took effect at Jul 30, 2021, 9:00 AM CDT. It was in force for 10 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jul 29, 2021, 1:40 PM CDT (18:40 UTC)
In effect from
Jul 30, 2021, 9:00 AM CDT
Expired
Jul 30, 2021, 7:00 PM CDT
In force
10 hr
Issued by
NWS New Orleans, LA

Counties Assumption Parish, LA, East Baton Rouge Parish, LA, East Feliciana Parish, LA, Iberville Parish, LA, Orleans Parish, LA, Pointe Coupee Parish, LA, Saint Bernard Parish, LA, Saint Helena Parish, LA, Saint James Parish, LA, Saint John the Baptist Parish, LA, Saint Tammany Parish, LA, Tangipahoa Parish, LA, Washington Parish, LA, West Baton Rouge Parish, LA, West Feliciana Parish, LA, Amite County, MS, Pearl River County, MS, Pike County, MS, Walthall County, MS, Wilkinson County, MS

The nearest sounding before it

Slidell Radar S, LA (KSIL), launched 12:00Z, 6.7 hours before the alert went out and 100 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Slidell Radar S, LA at 12:00Z on 2021-07-29Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 2497 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Slidell Radar S, LA at 12:00Z on 2021-07-29The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -2 square meters per square second.1939Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
2497 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-6 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
565 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
13 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-2 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
33 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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446 
WWUS74 KLIX 291840
NPWLIX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
140 PM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

LAZ037-039-049-050-056>061-063>065-070>072-075>078-MSZ070-071-077-
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/O.NEW.KLIX.EH.W.0001.210730T1400Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KLIX.EH.A.0001.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210730T0000Z/
St. Helena-Washington-Ascension-Livingston-Assumption-St. James-
St. John The Baptist-Upper Lafourche-St. Charles-Upper Jefferson-
Upper Plaquemines-Upper St. Bernard-Upper Terrebonne-
Lower St. Bernard-Northern Tangipahoa-Southern Tangipahoa-
Northwest St. Tammany-Southeast St. Tammany-Western Orleans-
Eastern Orleans-Pike-Walthall-Pearl River-Hancock-Harrison-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Darlington, Easleyville, Greensburg, 
Montpelier, Bogalusa, Enon, Franklinton, Gonzales, 
Donaldsonville, Prairieville, Denham Springs, Watson, Walker, 
Pierre Part, Labadieville, Paincourtville, Convent, Lutcher, 
Gramercy, Laplace, Reserve, Thibodaux, Raceland, Larose, 
Destrehan, Norco, Metairie, Kenner, Belle Chasse, Chalmette, 
Violet, Houma, Bayou Cane, Yscloskey, Amite, Kentwood, Roseland, 
Wilmer, Hammond, Robert, Ponchatoula, Mandeville, Covington, 
Lacombe, Slidell, New Orleans, East New Orleans, McComb, Dexter, 
Salem, Tylertown, Crossroads, McNeil, Poplarville, Picayune, 
Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead, Gulfport, Pascagoula, 
Ocean Springs, Moss Point, Gautier, and St. Martin
140 PM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
FRIDAY...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning and Watch, dangerously hot
  conditions with heat index values in excess of 113 expected. For
  the Heat Advisory, heat index values of 108 to 112 expected. 

* WHERE...Portions of southeast and southern Mississippi and 
  southeast Louisiana.

* WHEN...9AM to 7PM CDT each day.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly 
  increase the potential for heat related illnesses, 
  particularly for those working or participating in outdoor 
  activities.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ034>036-046>048-MSZ068-069-300245-
/O.NEW.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210730T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0009.210730T1400Z-210731T0000Z/
Pointe Coupee-West Feliciana-East Feliciana-Iberville-
West Baton Rouge-East Baton Rouge-Wilkinson-Amite-
Including the cities of New Roads, Lettsworth, Livonia, Spillman,
St. Francisville, Wakefield, Jackson, Clinton, Felps, 
Bayou Sorrel, Plaquemine, White Castle, Port Allen, Addis, 
Brusly, Baton Rouge, Centreville, Dolorosa, Fort Adams, 
Woodville, Gillsberg, Gloster, Smithdale, and Liberty
140 PM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT FRIDAY...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values between 108 and 112.

* WHERE...In Mississippi, Wilkinson and Amite Counties. In 
  Louisiana, Pointe Coupee, West Feliciana, East Feliciana, 
  Iberville, West Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parishes.

* WHEN...Each day from 9AM to 7PM CDT.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$
5 follow-up statements
626 
WWUS74 KLIX 300029
NPWLIX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
729 PM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

LAZ037-039-049-050-056>061-063>065-070>072-075>078-MSZ070-071-077-
080>082-300830-
/O.EXP.KLIX.HT.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210730T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0001.210730T1400Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.A.0001.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
St. Helena-Washington-Ascension-Livingston-Assumption-St. James-
St. John The Baptist-Upper Lafourche-St. Charles-Upper Jefferson-
Upper Plaquemines-Upper St. Bernard-Upper Terrebonne-
Lower St. Bernard-Northern Tangipahoa-Southern Tangipahoa-
Northwest St. Tammany-Southeast St. Tammany-Western Orleans-
Eastern Orleans-Pike-Walthall-Pearl River-Hancock-Harrison-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Darlington, Easleyville, Greensburg, 
Montpelier, Bogalusa, Enon, Franklinton, Gonzales, 
Donaldsonville, Prairieville, Denham Springs, Watson, Walker, 
Pierre Part, Labadieville, Paincourtville, Convent, Lutcher, 
Gramercy, Laplace, Reserve, Thibodaux, Raceland, Larose, 
Destrehan, Norco, Metairie, Kenner, Belle Chasse, Chalmette, 
Violet, Houma, Bayou Cane, Yscloskey, Amite, Kentwood, Roseland, 
Wilmer, Hammond, Robert, Ponchatoula, Mandeville, Covington, 
Lacombe, Slidell, New Orleans, East New Orleans, McComb, Dexter, 
Salem, Tylertown, Crossroads, McNeil, Poplarville, Picayune, 
Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead, Gulfport, Pascagoula, 
Ocean Springs, Moss Point, Gautier, and St. Martin
729 PM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
FRIDAY...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values in
  excess of 113 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast and southern Mississippi and 
  southeast Louisiana.

* WHEN...9AM to 7PM CDT each day.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly 
  increase the potential for heat related illnesses, 
  particularly for those working or participating in outdoor 
  activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ034>036-046>048-MSZ068-069-300830-
/O.EXP.KLIX.HT.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210730T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0009.210730T1400Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
Pointe Coupee-West Feliciana-East Feliciana-Iberville-
West Baton Rouge-East Baton Rouge-Wilkinson-Amite-
Including the cities of New Roads, Lettsworth, Livonia, Spillman,
St. Francisville, Wakefield, Jackson, Clinton, Felps, 
Bayou Sorrel, Plaquemine, White Castle, Port Allen, Addis, 
Brusly, Baton Rouge, Centreville, Dolorosa, Fort Adams, 
Woodville, Gillsberg, Gloster, Smithdale, and Liberty
729 PM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT FRIDAY...
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 112 expected. 

* WHERE...In Mississippi, Wilkinson and Amite Counties. In 
  Louisiana, Pointe Coupee, West Feliciana, East Feliciana, 
  Iberville, West Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parishes.

* WHEN...Each day from 9AM to 7PM CDT.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$
731 
WWUS74 KLIX 300859
NPWLIX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
359 AM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

LAZ034>036-046>048-MSZ068-069-302100-
/O.UPG.KLIX.HT.Y.0009.210730T1400Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KLIX.EH.W.0001.210730T1400Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
Pointe Coupee-West Feliciana-East Feliciana-Iberville-
West Baton Rouge-East Baton Rouge-Wilkinson-Amite-
Including the cities of New Roads, Lettsworth, Livonia, Spillman,
St. Francisville, Wakefield, Jackson, Clinton, Felps, 
Bayou Sorrel, Plaquemine, White Castle, Port Allen, Addis, 
Brusly, Baton Rouge, Centreville, Dolorosa, Fort Adams, 
Woodville, Gillsberg, Gloster, Smithdale, and Liberty
359 AM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
  conditions with heat index values 110 to 115 expected. For the 
  Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 111 expected.

* WHERE...In Mississippi, Wilkinson and Amite Counties. In 
  Louisiana, Pointe Coupee, West Feliciana, East Feliciana, 
  Iberville, West Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parishes.

* WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from 9 AM this morning 
  to 7 PM CDT this evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 9 AM to 
  7 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ037-039-049-050-056>061-063>065-070>072-075>078-MSZ070-071-077-
080>082-302100-
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0001.210730T1400Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.A.0001.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
St. Helena-Washington-Ascension-Livingston-Assumption-St. James-
St. John The Baptist-Upper Lafourche-St. Charles-Upper Jefferson-
Upper Plaquemines-Upper St. Bernard-Upper Terrebonne-
Lower St. Bernard-Northern Tangipahoa-Southern Tangipahoa-
Northwest St. Tammany-Southeast St. Tammany-Western Orleans-
Eastern Orleans-Pike-Walthall-Pearl River-Hancock-Harrison-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Darlington, Easleyville, Greensburg, 
Montpelier, Bogalusa, Enon, Franklinton, Gonzales, 
Donaldsonville, Prairieville, Denham Springs, Watson, Walker, 
Pierre Part, Labadieville, Paincourtville, Convent, Lutcher, 
Gramercy, Laplace, Reserve, Thibodaux, Raceland, Larose, 
Destrehan, Norco, Metairie, Kenner, Belle Chasse, Chalmette, 
Violet, Houma, Bayou Cane, Yscloskey, Amite, Kentwood, Roseland, 
Wilmer, Hammond, Robert, Ponchatoula, Mandeville, Covington, 
Lacombe, Slidell, New Orleans, East New Orleans, McComb, Dexter, 
Salem, Tylertown, Crossroads, McNeil, Poplarville, Picayune, 
Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead, Gulfport, Pascagoula, 
Ocean Springs, Moss Point, Gautier, and St. Martin
359 AM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS
MORNING TO 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values in
  excess of 113 possible.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast and southern Mississippi and 
  southeast Louisiana.

* WHEN...9AM to 7PM CDT each day.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly 
  increase the potential for heat related illnesses, 
  particularly for those working or participating in outdoor 
  activities.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ066>069-302100-
/O.NEW.KLIX.HT.Y.0011.210730T1400Z-210731T0000Z/
Lower Terrebonne-Lower Lafourche-Lower Jefferson-
Lower Plaquemines-
Including the cities of Chauvin, Cocodrie, Dulac, Montegut, 
Galliano, Cut Off, Golden Meadow, Leeville, Buras, 
Pointe A La Hache, Port Sulphur, Boothville, Venice, Empire, 
and Myrtle Grove
359 AM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index values near 108 expected.

* WHERE...Lower Terrebonne, Lower Lafourche, Lower Jefferson and 
  Lower Plaquemines Parishes.

* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 7 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$
278 
WWUS74 KLIX 301725
NPWLIX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
1225 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

LAZ037-039-049-050-056>061-063>065-070>072-075>078-MSZ070-071-077-
080>082-310130-
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.A.0001.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
St. Helena-Washington-Ascension-Livingston-Assumption-St. James-
St. John The Baptist-Upper Lafourche-St. Charles-Upper Jefferson-
Upper Plaquemines-Upper St. Bernard-Upper Terrebonne-
Lower St. Bernard-Northern Tangipahoa-Southern Tangipahoa-
Northwest St. Tammany-Southeast St. Tammany-Western Orleans-
Eastern Orleans-Pike-Walthall-Pearl River-Hancock-Harrison-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Darlington, Easleyville, Greensburg, 
Montpelier, Bogalusa, Enon, Franklinton, Gonzales, 
Donaldsonville, Prairieville, Denham Springs, Watson, Walker, 
Pierre Part, Labadieville, Paincourtville, Convent, Lutcher, 
Gramercy, Laplace, Reserve, Thibodaux, Raceland, Larose, 
Destrehan, Norco, Metairie, Kenner, Belle Chasse, Chalmette, 
Violet, Houma, Bayou Cane, Yscloskey, Amite, Kentwood, Roseland, 
Wilmer, Hammond, Robert, Ponchatoula, Mandeville, Covington, 
Lacombe, Slidell, New Orleans, East New Orleans, McComb, Dexter, 
Salem, Tylertown, Crossroads, McNeil, Poplarville, Picayune, 
Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead, Gulfport, Pascagoula, 
Ocean Springs, Moss Point, Gautier, and St. Martin
1225 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values in 
  excess of 113 possible.

* WHERE...Portions of southeastern Louisiana and southern 
  Mississippi generally east of a line from baton Rouge to McComb 
  and away from the immediate Louisiana coast.

* WHEN...9AM to 7PM CDT each day.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly 
  increase the potential for heat related illnesses, 
  particularly for those working or participating in outdoor 
  activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ034>036-046>048-MSZ068-069-310130-
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
Pointe Coupee-West Feliciana-East Feliciana-Iberville-
West Baton Rouge-East Baton Rouge-Wilkinson-Amite-
Including the cities of New Roads, Lettsworth, Livonia, Spillman,
St. Francisville, Wakefield, Jackson, Clinton, Felps, 
Bayou Sorrel, Plaquemine, White Castle, Port Allen, Addis, 
Brusly, Baton Rouge, Centreville, Dolorosa, Fort Adams, 
Woodville, Gillsberg, Gloster, Smithdale, and Liberty
1225 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
  conditions with heat index values in excess of 112 degrees
  possible. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 111 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of southeastern Louisiana and southern
  Mississippi that are generally west of a line from Baton Rouge
  to McComb.

* WHEN...From 9am until 7pm each day.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ066>069-310000-
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
Lower Terrebonne-Lower Lafourche-Lower Jefferson-
Lower Plaquemines-
Including the cities of Chauvin, Cocodrie, Dulac, Montegut, 
Galliano, Cut Off, Golden Meadow, Leeville, Buras, 
Pointe A La Hache, Port Sulphur, Boothville, Venice, Empire, 
and Myrtle Grove
1225 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index values near 108 expected.

* WHERE...Immediate coastal areas of southeast Louisiana.

* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 7 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

95/DM
430 
WWUS74 KLIX 302055
NPWLIX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
355 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

LAZ037-039-050-058-060-061-063-064-071-072-075>078-MSZ070-071-077-
080>082-310500-
/O.UPG.KLIX.EH.A.0001.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KLIX.EH.W.0002.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
St. Helena-Washington-Livingston-St. John The Baptist-St. Charles-
Upper Jefferson-Upper Plaquemines-Upper St. Bernard-
Northern Tangipahoa-Southern Tangipahoa-Northwest St. Tammany-
Southeast St. Tammany-Western Orleans-Eastern Orleans-Pike-
Walthall-Pearl River-Hancock-Harrison-Jackson-
Including the cities of Darlington, Easleyville, Greensburg, 
Montpelier, Bogalusa, Enon, Franklinton, Denham Springs, Watson, 
Walker, Laplace, Reserve, Destrehan, Norco, Metairie, Kenner, 
Belle Chasse, Chalmette, Violet, Amite, Kentwood, Roseland, 
Wilmer, Hammond, Robert, Ponchatoula, Mandeville, Covington, 
Lacombe, Slidell, New Orleans, East New Orleans, McComb, Dexter, 
Salem, Tylertown, Crossroads, McNeil, Poplarville, Picayune, 
Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead, Gulfport, Pascagoula, 
Ocean Springs, Moss Point, Gautier, and St. Martin
355 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values in 
  excess of 112 degrees possible.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast and southern Mississippi and 
  southeast Louisiana.

* WHEN...9 AM to 7 PM each day

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase
  the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
  working or participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ036-MSZ068-069-310500-
/O.UPG.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KLIX.EH.W.0002.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
East Feliciana-Wilkinson-Amite-
Including the cities of Jackson, Clinton, Felps, Centreville, 
Dolorosa, Fort Adams, Woodville, Gillsberg, Gloster, Smithdale, 
and Liberty
355 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values in
  excess of 112 possible.

* WHERE...In Mississippi, Wilkinson and Amite Counties. In 
  Louisiana, East Feliciana Parish.

* WHEN...9 AM through 7 PM each day

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly 
  increase the potential for heat related illnesses, 
  particularly for those working or participating in outdoor 
  activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ049-056-057-059-065-070-310500-
/O.UPG.KLIX.EH.A.0001.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
Ascension-Assumption-St. James-Upper Lafourche-Upper Terrebonne-
Lower St. Bernard-
Including the cities of Gonzales, Donaldsonville, Prairieville, 
Pierre Part, Labadieville, Paincourtville, Convent, Lutcher, 
Gramercy, Thibodaux, Raceland, Larose, Houma, Bayou Cane, 
and Yscloskey
355 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
  conditions with heat index values in excess of 112 possible. 
  For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109 expected.

* WHERE...Upper Terrebonne County, and Ascension, Assumption, 
  St. James, Upper Lafourche and Lower St. Bernard Parishes.

* WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, until 7 PM CDT this 
  evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 9 AM to 7 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase
  the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
  working or participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ034-035-046>048-310500-
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
Pointe Coupee-West Feliciana-Iberville-West Baton Rouge-
East Baton Rouge-
Including the cities of New Roads, Lettsworth, Livonia, Spillman,
St. Francisville, Wakefield, Bayou Sorrel, Plaquemine, 
White Castle, Port Allen, Addis, Brusly, and Baton Rouge
355 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
  conditions with heat index values in excess of 112 degrees
  possible. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109 
  expected.

* WHERE...Pointe Coupee, West Feliciana, Iberville, West Baton
  Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parishes in southeast Louisiana.

* WHEN...From 9am until 7pm each day.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ066>069-310500-
/O.EXA.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
Lower Terrebonne-Lower Lafourche-Lower Jefferson-
Lower Plaquemines-
Including the cities of Chauvin, Cocodrie, Dulac, Montegut, 
Galliano, Cut Off, Golden Meadow, Leeville, Buras, 
Pointe A La Hache, Port Sulphur, Boothville, Venice, Empire, 
and Myrtle Grove
355 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 possible.

* WHERE...Lower Terrebonne, Lower Lafourche, Lower Jefferson and 
  Lower Plaquemines Parishes.

* WHEN...From 9am until 7pm each day.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

95/DM
497 
WWUS74 KLIX 310010
NPWLIX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
710 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

LAZ036-037-039-050-058-060-061-063-064-071-072-075>078-MSZ068>071-
077-080>082-310930-
/O.EXP.KLIX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.EH.W.0002.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
East Feliciana-St. Helena-Washington-Livingston-
St. John The Baptist-St. Charles-Upper Jefferson-
Upper Plaquemines-Upper St. Bernard-Northern Tangipahoa-
Southern Tangipahoa-Northwest St. Tammany-Southeast St. Tammany-
Western Orleans-Eastern Orleans-Wilkinson-Amite-Pike-Walthall-
Pearl River-Hancock-Harrison-Jackson-
Including the cities of Jackson, Clinton, Felps, Darlington, 
Easleyville, Greensburg, Montpelier, Bogalusa, Enon, Franklinton,
Denham Springs, Watson, Walker, Laplace, Reserve, Destrehan, 
Norco, Metairie, Kenner, Belle Chasse, Chalmette, Violet, Amite, 
Kentwood, Roseland, Wilmer, Hammond, Robert, Ponchatoula, 
Mandeville, Covington, Lacombe, Slidell, New Orleans, 
East New Orleans, Centreville, Dolorosa, Fort Adams, Woodville, 
Gillsberg, Gloster, Smithdale, Liberty, McComb, Dexter, Salem, 
Tylertown, Crossroads, McNeil, Poplarville, Picayune, 
Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead, Gulfport, Pascagoula, 
Ocean Springs, Moss Point, Gautier, and St. Martin
710 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING TODAY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to
  113 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast and southern Mississippi and 
  southeast Louisiana.

* WHEN...9 AM to 7 PM Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly 
  increase the potential for heat related illnesses, 
  particularly for those working or participating in outdoor 
  activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ034-035-046>049-056-057-059-065-070-310930-
/O.EXP.KLIX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
Pointe Coupee-West Feliciana-Iberville-West Baton Rouge-
East Baton Rouge-Ascension-Assumption-St. James-Upper Lafourche-
Upper Terrebonne-Lower St. Bernard-
Including the cities of New Roads, Lettsworth, Livonia, Spillman,
St. Francisville, Wakefield, Bayou Sorrel, Plaquemine, 
White Castle, Port Allen, Addis, Brusly, Baton Rouge, Gonzales, 
Donaldsonville, Prairieville, Pierre Part, Labadieville, 
Paincourtville, Convent, Lutcher, Gramercy, Thibodaux, Raceland, 
Larose, Houma, Bayou Cane, and Yscloskey
710 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING HAS EXPIRED TODAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 109 expected.

* WHERE...Upper Terrebonne County, and Ascension, Assumption, 
  St. James, Upper Lafourche and Lower St. Bernard Parishes.

* WHEN...9 AM to 7 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

LAZ066>069-310930-
/O.EXP.KLIX.HT.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-210731T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLIX.HT.Y.0010.210731T1400Z-210801T0000Z/
Lower Terrebonne-Lower Lafourche-Lower Jefferson-
Lower Plaquemines-
Including the cities of Chauvin, Cocodrie, Dulac, Montegut, 
Galliano, Cut Off, Golden Meadow, Leeville, Buras, 
Pointe A La Hache, Port Sulphur, Boothville, Venice, Empire, 
and Myrtle Grove
710 PM CDT Fri Jul 30 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM CDT
SATURDAY...
...HEAT ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED TODAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 109 expected.

* WHERE...Lower Terrebonne, Lower Lafourche, Lower Jefferson and 
  Lower Plaquemines Parishes.

* WHEN...From 9 AM until 7 PM.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this excessive heat warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS New Orleans, LA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this excessive heat warning went out at Jul 29, 3:29 AM CDT, 10 hours 11 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jul 29, 3:29 AM CDT, 10 hours 11 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
329 AM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

.SYNOPSIS...

Upper ridge centered over Kansas early this morning, with the
surface high centered over eastern Oklahoma. Ridging extends
southeastward toward Georgia. Water vapor imagery indicates
highest precipitable water values continue to be suppressed south
of Interstate 20. Would note that 00z LIX sounding precipitable
water value of 2.43 inches was probably contaminated to some
extent as there was convection in the area at launch.

At 3 AM CDT, temperatures were in the mid 70s to lower 80s for
much of the area. There was an isolated thunderstorm noted around
Breton Sound/Lake Borgne. It's usually about this time that
convection gets going in the coastal waters, so areal coverage may
have increased by the time the actual forecast goes out.

&&

.SHORT TERM (through Saturday night)...

Main concern will continue to be heat stress through at least
Saturday. However, isolated to scattered convection will have at
least a limited threat of strong winds during the afternoon hours.

Plan to keep Heat Advisory in place as currently configured for
today and tomorrow. All indications are that any convection should
be limited to mainly the afternoon hours both days, and a bit
concerned that current forecast PoPs are too high. This is
supported by forecast soundings showing convective temperatures in
the mid 90s at most locations. NAM solution that is carrying
higher chances today may have initialized precipitable water
values too high with the 00z LIX sounding noted above. Remaining
model solutions have lower precipitable water values that would
support lower chances. 12z flight should be quite informative in
this respect. Forecast soundings show enough low level dry air to
be at least somewhat concerned about downbursts, as reflected by
DCAPE values well in excess of 1000 both afternoons. Heat index
values look to max out in the 108-112 range in most areas. Can't
rule out isolated spots exceeding that.

Saturday is somewhat more questionable when it comes to precip
chances. GFS solution carrying higher precipitation chances than
the ECMWF and other solutions. This appears to be due to an
easterly wave in the northern Gulf of Mexico that is a little
closer to the coast than the other solutions, where upper ridging
continues to exert more control. If the GFS is correct,
temps will be lower and thunderstorms more of a threat. If it
isn't...Saturday could actually be the hottest, most impactful of
the 3 days. At this point, leaning toward the drier solution. 35

&&

.LONG TERM (Sunday and beyond)...

Pattern change on the way possibly beginning late Sunday but
especially for next week. Rather strong agreement by the
operational models, ensemble means, and the NBM. With that
confidence is increasing that the heat we have been dealing with
will come to an end and widespread rain returning, possibly a
little more than we would like but it will be cooler. Overall no
real areas of opportunity to deviate from the NBM as it looks good
with both temps and PoPs.

Sunday may be the last day with that oppressive heat however, if
things speed up Sunday may not be too bad then. Starting off the day
the highly amplified ridge over the rockies will extend north well
into western Canada and southeast into the eastern GOM. However,
with that a deepening L/W trough will be taking over the eastern
half of the CONUS with a strong s/w dropping down the back side
through the Mid MS Valley and towards the Lower MS Valley late
Sunday and Sunday night. This s/w will help to dig the L/W trough
even more and likely cause a break in the ridge across the Lower MS
Valley and even into the northwestern GOM by Monday morning. This
will try to drive a cold front towards the area but that will not
make it here till Monday so ahead of it will still be quite muggy
and warm. The ridge may hold on just enough to keep convection more
scattered and h925 temps of 23-25C would mix down to 32-34C leading
to lower to mid 90s. Some compressional heating out ahead of the
front may help lead to mid 90s as well. Biggest issue with getting
those highs would be cloud cover and rain which I am sure no one
will really be complaining about. Heat Advisory may be needed for some
areas but a lot will depend on timing.

Next week the pattern change will be in full swings. L/W trough will
dominate everything from the Plains to the east coast. This will
drive that front into the area and could even drop it into the GOM
by Tuesday. Problem is that front may lay up right over the area or
just south into the Gulf. Either way would lead to cooler and wetter
conditions however, the front laying up over the region could lead
to heavier rain. Monday and Tuesday currently have PoPs of 70-90%
already and the rain could continue for another day or two. If the
L/W trough holds across the eastern CONUS through the week like
advertised, we may finally see some actual dry air move in around
mid week with PWs dropping below 1.5" and dewpoints possibly into
the 60s. /CAB/

&&

.AVIATION (valid through 12z Friday)...

Clouds around FL050 at KMCB early this morning may prevent any
lower conditions developing, so it should primarily remain a VFR
forecast outside of convection. All indications are that any
significant development should hold off until beyond 18z. Will
keep things at the VCTS level until a favored terminal or
terminals becomes apparent. Most convection should die off during
the early evening hours. 35

&&

.MARINE...

Main concerns through the forecast period will continue to be
convective threats. Over the open waters, that threat will
primarily be during the late night/morning hours each day. For the
lakes and sounds, it will be more closely related to convection
over land, afternoon and early evening. 35

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
MCB  95  75  96  76 /  20  20  30  10
BTR  95  76  95  77 /  40  20  40  10
ASD  96  77  97  78 /  40  10  40  10
MSY  97  81  97  81 /  40  10  50  10
GPT  94  77  95  78 /  30  10  30  10
PQL  95  77  96  78 /  30  10  30  10

&&

.LIX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
LA...Heat Advisory from 9 AM this morning to 7 PM CDT this evening
     for LAZ034>037-039-046>050-056>061-063>065-070>072-075>078.

     Heat Advisory from 9 AM to 7 PM CDT Friday for LAZ034>037-039-
     046>050-056>061-063>065-070>072-075>078.

GM...None.
MS...Heat Advisory from 9 AM this morning to 7 PM CDT this evening
     for MSZ068>071-077-080>082.

     Heat Advisory from 9 AM to 7 PM CDT Friday for MSZ068>071-077-
     080>082.

GM...None.
&&

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Jul 29, 12:51 PM CDT, 49 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
1251 PM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

LAZ059-061-067-068-291830-
Lower Jefferson-Lower Lafourche-Upper Lafourche-Upper Jefferson-
1251 PM CDT Thu Jul 29 2021

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL AFFECT EAST CENTRAL LAFOURCHE AND
CENTRAL JEFFERSON PARISHES...

At 1251 PM CDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Barataria, or
14 miles south of Marrero, moving southwest at 10 mph.

Wind gusts of 20 to 25 mph along with heavy rainfall and
frequent lightning are possible with this storm.

Locations impacted include...
Cut Off, Jean Lafitte, Lafitte and Barataria.

Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may cause
localized street flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

Frequent cloud to ground lightning is also occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.

LAT...LON 2952 9035 2969 9023 2970 9023 2977 9019
      2970 9004 2942 9015
TIME...MOT...LOC 1751Z 028DEG 10KT 2968 9017

95/DM

The office that day

Everything else NWS New Orleans, LA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jul 29, 12:51 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementLIXJefferson39 min
Jul 29, 1:40 PM CDTExcessive Heat WatchLIXAssumption, Orleans, Saint Bernard, Saint Helena, Saint James, Saint John the Baptist and 3 more26 hr
Jul 29, 1:40 PM CDTHeat AdvisoryLIXAssumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Pointe Coupee, Saint Bernard and 3 more50 hr
Jul 29, 4:27 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementLIXSaint Tammany48 min
Jul 29, 5:52 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementLIXWest Baton Rouge23 min
Jul 29, 3:51 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementLIXHancock39 min
Jul 29, 4:31 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementLIXHancock29 min
Jul 29, 4:37 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementLIXJackson38 min

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive.