Louisiana is looking ahead to an Arctic blast next week but first there's a severe weather event we need to be prepared for on Thursday night. Here's the timing.
As one storm system moves out of Louisiana residents are being encouraged to be aware of the state's next severe weather threat which is forecast for later this week.
With schools dismissing early many Louisiana kids may find themselves at home during today's storms. Does your child know what to do if severe storms threaten?
Forecasters have placed more of Louisiana at an enhanced risk of severe storms, rains, and damaging winds today. Here's when to expect the worst where you live.
Louisiana cities such as Lafayette, Lake Charles, and Baton Rouge are preparing for a strong storm system that is forecast to bring strong winds and flooding rain.
Severe weather is not rare in Louisiana but this particular kind of forecast is rarely made when identifying a potentially dangerous weather situation.
Forecasters with the National Weather Service have greatly revised the Christmas forecast for Louisiana. You might have a long way to go if you want to see snow.
The weekend won't be a total washout across Louisiana but it will be punctuated by the threat of severe storms, damaging winds, and cold temperatures by Sunday.