Jun 16, 2024
As a surface ridge nearby shifted off to the northeast during the 3rd weekend of June, light and variable winds became onshore and more steady state. By June 16th, the surface ridge shifted offshore into the Atlantic Ocean and a surface low pressure was developing as it crossed the Yucatan Peninsula. It was at this point that east to southeast winds increased to 15-20 knots across local coastal waters and didn't let up for several days. After just 12 to 18 hours of elevated winds, tides began to
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1194708). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Lower Plaquemines County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.