NEW : After steady rain Saturday , sun and warmth are forecast Sunday in New Orleans . This weekend -- the last one before Ash Wednesday -- is traditionally one of the busiest in The Big Easy , with people partying and enjoying Mardi Gras festivities . NEW : Flood warnings are in effect for towns along several rivers , including the Mississippi . The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch from 1 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday, with additional watches through Monday morning. The tornado had winds as strong as 135 mph and damaged a 5-mile stretch .
NEW : After steady rain Saturday , sun and warmth are forecast Sunday in New Orleans . NEW : Flood warnings are in effect for towns along several rivers , including the Mississippi . The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch from 1 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday, with additional watches through Monday morning. The tornado had winds as strong as 135 mph and damaged a 5-mile stretch .