Today is a 48 FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY for the potential of strong to severe storms developing later this evening and into Sunday morning. Expect shower and thunderstorm activity through the afternoon with winds picking up out of the southeast.

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Severe weather is likely Saturday afternoon through the evening. A Tornado Watch is in effect for the north shore until 3 p.m., but is likely to be extended. Scattered storms this afternoon will strengthen as instability increases.