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Tornado History for Orleans Parish (Since 1950)

Tornadoes on Record
18
1950–present · NOAA/SPC
Violent (EF3+)
1
5.6% of total
Fatalities
1
62 injuries
Strongest Rating
EF3
Fujita / Enhanced Fujita
Most Recent
May 12, 2021
Latest tornado on record

Recent Tornado Warning History

DateIssuedExpired
June 19, 2026 10:54 PM UTC 11:02 PM UTC
June 18, 2026 10:32 AM UTC 11:04 AM UTC
April 25, 2026 12:00 PM UTC 12:31 PM UTC

Orleans Parish Facts

FIPS Code
22071
NWS County Code (UGC)
LAC071
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