Flood Watch, Rising River, and No Spillway Opening: New Orleans Faces a Critical Week of Water Warnings
May 7, 2025
New Orleans is bracing for a potentially dangerous combination of heavy rainfall, rising river levels, and overburdened infrastructure as a Flood Watch remains in effect through Thursday evening. With saturated ground, near-capacity drainage systems, and the Mississippi River teetering near flood stage, the city faces a tense weather week. Despite earlier indications, the Bonnet Carré […]
