New: Tornado Watch Issued for the Capital Region Ahead of Overnight Storms

Tornado Watch Issued for Baton Rouge Region

A Tornado Watch was issued by the National Weather Service on October 26, 2025, at 1:07 AM. This means conditions are favorable for tornadoes and/or damaging winds in East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, Iberville, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St.

James, St. Mary, and West Feliciana Parishes, as well as Amite and Wilkinson Counties until 6 a.m. on Sunday.

According to Meteorologist Malcolm Byron from The Storm Station, despite some scattered showers moving through the area, the main line of thunderstorms remains west of Baton Rouge. However, conditions could still change, making it important for residents to stay alert.

Main Line of Thunderstorms

The line of storms is expected to move into the Capital Area between 2-5 a.m., with isolated activity developing ahead. The primary concerns are damaging winds and brief tornadoes, though most will not experience severe weather. Residents should have a way to receive weather alerts before going to bed.

Current Weather Conditions

Several Severe Thunderstorm and Tornado Warnings have been issued in southwest Louisiana over the past couple of hours. For instance, damage likely caused by a tornado was reported in Sulphur, LA. Meteorologist Malcolm Byron advises that while most areas will not experience severe weather, it is crucial to remain vigilant as conditions could change.

Precautions and Safety Measures

Residents are advised to be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible warnings. If a tornado warning is issued, seek shelter in a low-level, interior room of a sturdy building. Keep pets with you (on a leash), have hard-soled shoes at hand, monitor storm coverage on a wireless device, and cover your head to protect against wind or tornado impact.

The Storm Station remains committed to providing real-time weather updates through various platforms, including News 2, wbrz.com, the WBRZ WX App for Apple and Android devices, and social media channels like Facebook and X.

The forecast predicts an additional 1-3 inches of rain over the area, which should be beneficial but must occur slowly to avoid flooding.

Weather conditions are expected to improve by Sunday morning as overnight showers and storms may linger into sunrise before moving out quickly. During the afternoon, a few spotty thunderstorms might still develop, with skies showing some signs of clearing, pushing highs closer to 80°F.

The upcoming week is forecasted to see more comfortable conditions after a strong cold front moves through on Tuesday night. Daytime highs will drop into the 60s by Wednesday and Thursday, while lows could reach the low to mid-40s by the end of the week. Halloween is expected to be cooler than average, with temperatures falling throughout the 60s and into the 50s.

Storm System in the Tropics

In related news, Hurricane Melissa rapidly intensified into a major hurricane on Saturday evening while drifting westward just south of Jamaica. Intensification is expected to continue, with the potential for Melissa to reach Category 5 status by Monday. The storm will likely turn north toward Jamaica, leading to life-threatening flash flooding and numerous landslides.

It’s projected to track through eastern Cuba, the southeastern Bahamas, and the Turks and Caicos Islands before potentially impacting other areas.

The Storm Station urges residents to stay tuned for updates on both local weather conditions and the progress of Hurricane Melissa. For more detailed information and real-time weather updates, visit wbrz.com or use the WBRZ WX App. Stay prepared and informed with your local weather team at The Storm Station.

Meteorologist Malcolm Byron, speaking on behalf of The Storm Station, reminds everyone to stay vigilant and follow all safety guidelines during this critical period. For more information and updates, visit wbrz.com.