Three confirmed EF1 tornadoes. Train derailments. Homes ripped apart in Eden Isle, Metairie, and Slidell. Here’s a complete damage breakdown — and what to do next.
On the morning of June 18, 2026, Post-Tropical Storm Arthur didn’t just pass through Southeast Louisiana — it tore through it. The National Weather Service confirmed three EF1 tornadoes, packing winds up to 95 mph across Jefferson and St. Tammany parishes. From a derailed train in Metairie to homes with exterior walls ripped clean off in Eden Isle, the region woke up to widespread destruction.
If you live in the affected areas — or have family there — this guide breaks down the damage by neighborhood, what it means for your roof, and the immediate steps you should take to protect your home.
Eden Isle & Clipper Estates: Direct Tornado Strike
Eden Isle absorbed one of the most severe blows from Arthur. Weather stations near the St. Tammany Parish Fire District No. 1 station recorded wind gusts between 90 and 100 mph around 7:00 a.m. — and residents described hearing a freight-train roar before windows began shattering.
Here’s what was documented on the ground:
- Wyndham Hotel: Front doors blown open, lobby flooded, exterior sections torn away.
- Brushfire Lane residences: Entire exterior walls ripped from homes. Metal awnings stripped from roofs.
- Clipper Estates & Eden Isle apartments: Waterfront patios, boat docks, and canal-facing structures suffered severe structural damage.
- Clipper Drive & Marina Drive: Both roads blocked by tree debris and shattered building materials.
- Blue tarps visible across multiple rooftops — a sign of acute shingle and deck damage.
Roofing Note: 90–100 mph wind gusts far exceed the standard 60–70 mph wind rating of many asphalt shingle systems. Even homes that appear intact may have lifted shingles, broken seals, or compromised decking that won’t be visible from the ground.
Metairie & Jefferson Parish East Bank: EF1 Confirmed
The National Weather Service confirmed an EF1 tornado with peak winds of 95 mph struck the East Bank of Jefferson and Orleans parishes, carving a path right through Metairie.
- Airline Drive & Labarre Road intersection: Heavy debris fields confirmed by news crews on the ground.
- Metairie Road: Massive tree limbs brought down traffic and required emergency Parks & Parkways crews for clearing.
- CPKC New Orleans Rail Yard: Several rail cars derailed under the storm’s force.
- Harimaw Court West: A building sustained such heavy roof damage that emergency crews had to remove files from inside.
- 6500 block of Hastings Street: Flash flooding submerged cars and blocked residential streets.
- Commercial storefronts along the tornado path: Partial roof collapses and missing shingles reported.
Metairie homeowners: If you haven’t had a post-storm inspection yet, do not wait. Hidden structural damage is common after EF1-level tornado impacts — and delayed claims can complicate your insurance payout.
Slidell: 10 Inches of Rain, Flipped Semi, Flooded Boulevards
Slidell faced a double punch of extreme wind and catastrophic flash flooding that paralyzed the city’s roads for hours.
- Interstate 10 near Oak Harbor: An 18-wheeler flipped over on the entry ramp, triggering multi-hour gridlock across I-10, US-190, and Gause Boulevard.
- Gause Boulevard: Fully closed due to high water. Up to 10 inches of rain fell in under two hours in the surrounding area, stalling dozens of vehicles.
- Neighborhood streets: Widespread downed trees, snapped power lines, and blocked driveways reported throughout residential areas.
- Old Spanish Trail: Remained passable, serving as one of the few navigable arterials during the storm.
Flooding can drive water under your shingles, into your decking, and down into your attic — damage that doesn’t always show on the surface. Slidell homeowners should schedule a professional inspection before filing any insurance claim.
What Homeowners Should Do Right Now
If your property is in or near Metairie, Eden Isle, Slidell, or any of the surrounding Jefferson and St. Tammany parishes, here’s your priority checklist:
- Stay off the roads — officials are still clearing downed power lines and debris as of June 19.
- Do not walk through standing water — displaced wildlife and downed electrical lines create serious hazards.
- Document all visible damage — photograph your roof, exterior walls, siding, and gutters before any cleanup begins.
- Schedule a professional roof inspection immediately — wind and impact damage is often invisible from the ground but will fail under the next storm.
- Call your insurance provider — begin the claims process early. A professional roofer can assist with documentation and supplements.
Lone Wolf Roofing Is on the Ground — Serving Your Area Now
Lone Wolf Roofing is a Louisiana-based, woman-owned roofing company founded and operated right here in Metairie. We know these communities because we live in them. Our crews are actively responding to storm damage across the region.
We offer dedicated storm damage restoration services across every affected area, including Slidell storm damage repair, Metairie storm damage restoration, and New Orleans storm damage repair.
Whether you need residential roofing services or a full storm damage restoration assessment, our team is available 24/7 for emergency response. We also serve homeowners in Covington, Mandeville, and Saint Rose.
