Active AlertsAllen, LA

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where: Southwestern Bienville Parish in northwestern Louisiana Southeastern Bossier Parish in northwestern Louisiana Southeastern Caddo Parish in northwestern Louisiana Northeastern De Soto Parish in northwestern Louisiana North Central Natchitoches Parish in northwestern Louisiana Red River Parish in northwestern Louisiana
When: Until 900 AM CDT.
Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways.
Additional Details: - At 754 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include Coushatta, Ringgold, Martin, Goldonna, Hall Summit, Saline, Lucky, Ashland, Castor, Edgefield, Jamestown, Womack, Loggy Bayou, Crichton, Armistead, Chestnut, Hanna, Lake Bistineau South and Grand Bayou. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.