New Orleans undergoes flooding regularly, which can cause property damage, modifications to vehicle parking accommodations, and changes to traffic patterns.
To properly prepare for flooding emergencies, make sure you:
- Are informed about your exposure to flooding
- Consider buying flood insurance/additional coverage for your belongings. To learn more about flood insurance, please consult: https://www.fema.gov/flood-insurance
- Are prepared to clean your property and street before a flood
During a flood:
- Do not come into contact with electrical equipment
- Avoid walking or driving through flood waters
- Move to higher ground
View announcements and information about street flooding at streetwise.nola.gov
Neutral Ground Parking
During cases of street flooding, the City of New Orleans may allow vehicles to be moved to higher elevations by releasing parking restrictions on neutral grounds and sidewalks. During this period, make sure that your vehicle:
- Is parked away from electrical equipment
- Does not obstruct intersections, sidewalks, walkways, or streetcar tracks
- Is not parked on tree roots or under branches
For updates on neutral ground parking restrictions, sign up for NOLA Ready Alerts
Note: Tulane will not send out a TUAlert for neutral ground parking.
Additional Resources:
https://ready.nola.gov/plan/flooding/
https://nola.gov/hazard-mitigation/
LSU Ag Center’s Louisiana Flood Map Tool
