Flooding

Louisiana coastal residents can now get a significant lift from the federal government to help combat storm surge during hurricanes.

Flood watches have been posted for much of Louisiana this morning as a storm system bringing a threat of prolonged heavy rain moves into the state.

Flood watches have been posted ahead of a strong weather system that is currently moving across Louisiana. Severe storms are possible and flooding rains are likely.

Mother Nature could put a major damper on any outside plans you have for Thanksgiving Day as all of Louisiana has been placed at risk for excessive rainfall.

Heavy rains on the already saturated ground could create flooding issues for many residents of South Louisiana this weekend.

Storms with more heavy rains are making their way through Louisiana today. Here's where forecasters say we can expect the worst.

Too much too quick, that's today's rainfall concern for south Louisiana. Some areas could see over five inches of rain in the next 24 to 36 hours.

Heavy rains and rumbles of thunder are making their way across South Louisiana this morning.

Louisiana gardeners need to give Old Man Winter one more weekend before they start sticking new plants in the ground.

Video images capture the fury of the waves as they strike the island kingdom of Tonga.

The worst of the wet has now pushed off to the east but a flood threat remains over south Louisiana through the end of the week.

Chilling images show houses burn out of control as firefighters have a very difficult time getting to them.