National Weather Service New Orleans/Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Weather monitoring station in Slidell, United States
The National Weather Service office in Slidell is a weather monitoring station serving the New Orleans and Baton Rouge regions. It performs daily observation and forecasting operations, collecting data on temperature, humidity, wind conditions, and atmospheric pressure.
The office originated from a U.S. Army Signal office established in downtown New Orleans in 1870. It relocated to Slidell in 1979 following a merger with a radar facility.
The office organizes SKYWARN Spotter Training Classes where local residents learn to identify and report severe weather conditions. These trainings help the community respond more effectively when dangerous weather approaches.
Visitors can access current weather measurements and forecasts through the office's website and local media channels. The information is updated regularly and covers conditions affecting the broader region.
The office operates specialized radar systems that track hurricanes and tornadoes across southeastern Louisiana. This technology allows warnings to be issued quickly when dangerous storms approach the region.
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