El gobierno de la ciudad monitorea a Beta, se invita a los habitantes a que se preparen para fuertes lluvias e inundaciones costeras fuera del sistema de diques

El gobierno de la ciudad de Nueva Orleans continúa monitoreando a la tormenta tropical Beta, la cual se pronostica que se aproximará a la costa de Texas y se desplazará hacia tierra adentro el lunes o el lunes por la noche. Se invita a los habitantes a que se preparan para las fuertes lluvias, vientos e inundaciones costeras fuera del sistema de diques. Envíe un mensaje de texto con la palabra "BETANOLA" al 888777 para recibir información actualizada del gobierno de la ciudad de Nueva Orleans.

Rain

Rainy weather is expected to persist for much of this week, with approximately three to five inches of rainfall currently expected through Friday. A band of heavy rain detached from Beta is expected to develop across the area with the heaviest rain likely Tuesday and Tuesday night. For this reason, the City of New Orleans will allow neutral ground parking beginning at 6 p.m. tonight and until further notice. Please do not block intersections, streetcar tracks, or bike paths.

Wind

A Wind Advisory is in effect until 7 p.m., with gusty winds in the 20 to 30 mph range possible. Residents should secure trash bins, outdoor decor, and other loose items that could become projectiles.

Coastal Flooding

Prolonged onshore winds are causing coastal flooding outside the levee system. A Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for those areas, with water levels of one to three feet above normal possible now through the middle of the week. Residents in Venetian Isles, Lake Catherine, and Irish Bayou should stay weather aware and be ready for coastal flooding.

Clean your property and street

• Remove debris from gutters and downspouts.
• Clear debris from catch basins. Report clogged catch basins to 311. 
• Prune trees and shrubs.
• Bring outdoor furniture and decorations inside.
• Secure or bring garbage bins inside.