New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno, as well as other city officials, including first responders, and regional partners, are discussing how the city is preparing to respond to hurricanes, flash flooding, and other severe weather threats throughout 2026.
“It only takes one bad storm to make it a bad season for us. So that’s why it’s so important that we all come together,” Mayor Helena Moreno said.
Moreno advised residents to stock up on batteries and water, plan evacuation routes, and identify who they need to care for during a storm.
For individuals who are bedridden or have significant medical needs, she emphasized the importance of calling 3-1-1 to alert the city for extra assistance.
Entergy and the Sewerage and Water Board also announced their preparation plans, which involve updates to pump stations and power grids to withstand strong storms, as well as cleaning out catch basins, which have a direct impact on flooding.
Last Thursday, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released their forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Their forecast calls for 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes.
An average Atlantic hurricane season has 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes.
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