The New Orleans area is under a tornado watch through 7 p.m. Tuesday.
That is in addition to a high wind warning through 9 p.m.
The National Weather service recorded a gust as high as 53 miles per hour at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Winds have held steady in the range of low 20s to mid 30s.
"A few gusts could reach 60 mph at times," said WWL-TV meteorologist Alexa Trischler. "Secure loose items at home."
Detailed Forecast
MARDI GRAS:
Partly sunny and very windy. Warm and humid. 80% chance PM storms. Some strong/severe. High: 78. Winds: SE/S 20-35 mph G 45-60 at times.
ASH WEDNESDAY:
Sunny and cooler. Breezy. Low: S 54, N 50. High: 67.
THURSDAY:
Cooler and sunny. Low S 45, N 38. High: 64.
FRIDAY:
Milder. Partly cloudy and breezy. Low S 50, N 46. High: 76.
SATURDAY:
30% chance rain. Partly cloudy and breezy. Low S 61, N 58. High: 75.
SUNDAY:
Partly cloudy and breezy. Cooler. Low S 51, N 48. High: 66.
MONDAY:
Sunny and pleasant. Mild. Low S 50, N 43. High: 68.





