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Flooding on Southdowns street addressed following 2 On Your Side report Play Video
April 10, 2024 4:46 PM
BATON ROUGE - People living along Aberdeen Avenue in the Southdowns neighborhood of Baton Rouge are excited to see their street drain. They reached out to 2 On Your Side for help several months ago and got some relief. The City took action. Their response made a difference and... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Better opportunities for rain as we start the week Play Video
March 3, 2024 7:03 PM
Better opportunities for showers and storms arrive as we begin a new workweek. The Storm Station is tracking the potential for locally heavy rain and perhaps a strong storm or two. Tonight & Tomorrow : Any spotty showers that can develop early Sunday evening will quickly dissipate as the... more » -
State points to problem downstream for drainage issues near Perkins Road shopping area Play Video
February 6, 2024 4:42 PM
BATON ROUGE - One man says he's got a serious flooding issue on his hands and is trying to get help from the state to fix the problem. When it rains, Timothy Mayeaux watches in frustration as the water pools in the front of his house. He claims to... more » -
Tuesday PM Forecast: Pleasant for now, a soggy pattern setting up this weekend Play Video
January 30, 2024 2:29 PM
Sunshine and pleasant temperatures stick around for at least a few more days. However, the Storm Station is tracking the next rainmaker which could affect outdoor plans over the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow : Aside from a few high clouds, skies will remain mostly clear on Tuesday night. Overnight... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: A few more rounds of rain, turning drier this weekend Play Video
January 25, 2024 4:36 PM
The Flood Watch has been canceled across southeast Louisiana, but that doesn't mean we're done with rain. Although amounts should be lower, the Storm Station is tracking few more waves of rain are Friday and into Saturday. Tonight & Tomorrow : Much of the area continues to catch a... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: Tracking heavy rain potential by midweek Play Video
January 22, 2024 4:48 PM
The warmer air has arrived, and rain is following suit. Rain chances peak on Wednesday and Thursday as widespread showers and storms overtake the region. At times, heavy rain could result in areas of standing water. Tonight & Tomorrow : Rain returns to the capital region on Monday night.... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Warmer and soggier days ahead Play Video
January 21, 2024 6:13 PM
After a cold weekend, we will see temperatures rapidly climb as we start the workweek. That said, the warmer weather comes at a cost. The Storm Station 7-Day forecast features several opportunities for rain as warmer air settles into the region. Tonight & Tomorrow : For the first time... more » -
UPDATE: Tornado Watch extended for the Capital Area Play Video
January 7, 2024 4:51 PM
11:00pm Update - As of 10:48pm, a line of storms was moving through Baton Rouge. These contained gusty winds, but were below severe limits. The severe threat is over for Baton Rouge, but areas east and southeast will still need to monitor these storms. They have thankfully exhibited a weakening... more » -
Sunday AM Forecast: Quiet weather today, severe storms possible tomorrow Play Video
January 7, 2024 9:24 AM
UPDATE - 12:20 p.m. Sunday: The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded portions of southeast Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, to a Level 3/5 risk for severe weather. Scattered severe weather will be possible with storms that pass through on Monday. The strongest storms arrive after dark, and the threat appears to... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: A soaking rain is set to arrive on Christmas Eve Play Video
December 21, 2023 5:40 PM
We are in the process of transitioning to a more unsettled weather pattern. While rain chances aren't zero on Friday and Saturday, they are low. That said, all bets are off on Christmas Eve as a shield of rain arrives in the capital region. Tonight & Tomorrow : Clouds... more » -
Saturday AM Forecast: Severe threat now over for the capital region, mostly dry the rest of the day Play Video
December 2, 2023 1:39 AM
There is a FLOOD WATCH for Assumption, Ascension, St. James, Livingston, and Tangipahoa parishes today until 3pm. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Isolated showers and storms continue to be possible... more » -
UPDATE: A Tornado Watch is in effect for southeast Louisiana until 4am Saturday Play Video
December 1, 2023 3:00 PM
The National Weather Service has issued a TORNADO WATCH for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Livingston, Ascension, Tangipahoa, Iberville, St. James, Assumption, and St. Mary parishes until 4 a.m. Saturday. A TORNADO WATCH means conditions are favorable for tornadoes and/or damaging winds in and around the watch area.... more » -
Saturday PM Forecast: Clouds remain in control, much higher rain chances next week Play Video
November 11, 2023 5:29 PM
Despite having to dodge a few showers for the last couple of days, we can temporarily ditch the rain gear into Sunday. This break in rain chances will be very short-lived as a coastal low pressure system comes to life on Monday. That system brings us a much better shot... more » -
New development in Prairieville brings concerns about flooding and traffic Play Video
October 20, 2023 5:06 PM
PRAIRIEVILLE- A new development that's being built off Highway 73 in Ascension Parish is bringing with it concerns over flooding and traffic. Watch live newscasts here Delaune Estates is nearing the construction phase. The roads are all paved, and it appears workers could start building homes any day... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: Sunshine exits and rain chances return Play Video
October 9, 2023 6:52 PM
Although Monday featured sunny skies from start to finish, more clouds are on the horizon. Cloud cover will thicken on Tuesday. By Wednesday, we may have enough moisture to bring a healthy dose of rain to southern Louisiana. Tonight & Tomorrow : Despite a mostly clear sky on Monday... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Eyeballing our next potential weathermaker Play Video
October 8, 2023 5:39 PM
Sunshine will continue to dominate on Monday. High temperatures will also warm a few more degrees. However, cloud cover returns as we get closer to the middle part of the week. By Wednesday, things could get a bit soggier as our next weathermaker nears. Tonight & Tomorrow : Clear... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Excessive rain possible tomorrow before noticeably lower temperatures Play Video
August 27, 2023 11:37 AM
Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms will be possible tomorrow. Humidity and temperatures will be much lower by the middle of next week. An ***EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING*** is in effect until 4pm tomorrow for the entire WBRZ Viewing Area. Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to... more » -
Deer Run lawsuit settled; controversial Denham Springs housing development moving forward
July 31, 2023 11:43 AM
DENHAM SPRINGS - The Livingston Parish government has settled a federal lawsuit over an embattled housing development in Denham Springs, allowing the developer to move forward with construction, albeit with some significant changes to the plan. A statement from Livingston Parish President Layton Ricks said the parish government settled... more » -
Funding officially in place; Comite River diversion project costs covered Play Video
July 13, 2023 2:54 PM
BATON ROUGE - The US Army Corps of Engineers has formally added hundreds of millions of dollars to the budget for a major Capital Area flood prevention project. US Rep. Garret Graves said on Thursday that the Corps has fully funded the nearly $1 billion, decades-in-the-making Comite River Diversion... more » -
Metro Council member loses property dispute case, ordered to pay $57K in damages Play Video
March 23, 2023 3:27 PM
BATON ROUGE - After failing to show up for court twice, an East Baton Rouge Metro councilman has been ordered to pay restitution and remove property in violation of parish code. A judge has ordered Councilman Cleve Dunn to pay his neighbor, Eugene Michelli, $57,000 in damages. The property... more » -
Inside The Weather: High Water on the Mississippi River Play Video
March 21, 2023 6:30 PM
In the spring, you will usually find the Mississippi River running at higher levels than usual. Sometimes, it even tips flood stage. WBRZ Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus, explains why in the associated video. You can always find the latest river levels on wbrz.com/weather, right HERE . For more... more » -
Drainage ditches dug after man floods for third time in five months Play Video
February 15, 2023 2:29 PM
BATON ROUGE - Last week, 2 On Your Side met a man who has flooded three times in five months . The problem? Inadequate drainage along South Flannery Road. A week later, a crew was in the area addressing his concerns. A crew with heavy machinery worked to dig... more » -
'I can't get to work': Repeated flooding in Baton Rouge neighborhood leaves residents frustrated Play Video
December 30, 2022 3:33 PM
BATON ROUGE - Street flooding in one Baton Rouge neighborhood seems to be repetitive. Water filled Iberia Street again Friday morning and continued to creep up driveways. "It comes to your knees. If you go out there and walk right now, it comes to your knees," resident Patricia Lundy... more » -
Why the urgency? Stormwater utility fee coming in hot; no chance for public input yet Play Video
October 7, 2022 4:42 PM
BATON ROUGE - A day after the mayor's office introduced a proposal for a Stormwater Utility Fee, there are a lot of questions. Stormwater Utility Districts are not new — other cities have been operating with the same thing for years. The urgency for East Baton Rouge Parish is... more » -
More development approved along Burbank corridor despite flooding concerns Play Video
September 26, 2022 3:34 PM
BATON ROUGE - An area along Burbank Drive in Baton Rouge continues to be developed even though there are flooding concerns. Two new America Homeland LLC neighborhoods were approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission last week. Winter Gardens and Autumn Gardens are planned developments between Sehdeva Memorial Drive... more » -
FLOOD WATCH for parts of WBRZ Viewing Area through Wednesday evening Play Video
August 23, 2022 4:30 PM
A *FLOOD WATCH* has been issued for East Feliciana, northern Tangipahoa, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena and West Feliciana parishes as well as Amite, Pike and Wilkinson counties through Wednesday evening. Runoff from excessive rainfall may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Rainfall totals... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: periods of heavy rain to round out the workweek Play Video
August 17, 2022 6:05 PM
After multiple days with mainly dry conditions, rain is back in the forecast. Have the WBRZ WX App activated to get nearby rain alerts and know about any advisories or warnings issued due to flooding. Next 24 Hours: A cluster of showers and thunderstorms will drift into the region... more » -
Major drainage project underway in Central Play Video
August 16, 2022 4:30 PM
CENTRAL - There's a big drainage project happening in the City of Central. Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC has been contracted to do the work, taking images of every catch basin, pipe, and culvert in the city. Tuesday, CES started working in the Northwoods subdivision clearing out trouble spots. Central... more » -
City-parish dismantles part of man's ring levee constructed to prevent flooding Play Video
August 15, 2022 5:41 PM
BATON ROUGE- Armed with a signed court order, city-parish workers showed up to Ken Guidry's property Monday and began dismantling part of a ring levee he built to protect his property from constant flooding. The WBRZ Investigative Unit has been following this case for more than a year. Last... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: radar stays busy next two afternoons Play Video
August 10, 2022 6:09 PM
Heavy thunderstorms will remain possible for the rest of the workweek. Be alert to deeper water on any flooded roads. Next 24 Hours: Leftover showers and thunderstorms will gradually end through the evening hours with skies clearing a bit after midnight. Expect low temperatures near 73 degrees. Into tomorrow,... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: saturated areas in for more soaking rain Play Video
August 3, 2022 5:52 PM
Many locations in the viewing area have received at least 1-3 inches of rain this week. A few spots closer to Addis and Gardere as well as Liberty in southwest Mississippi have picked up 4-6 inches as estimated by radar. Next 24 Hours: Like the last several days, any... more » -
Three inches of rain in an hour flood North Baton Rouge streets Tuesday
July 26, 2022 3:34 PM
BATON ROUGE - Streets north of downtown were impassable Tuesday afternoon after rain dumped inches of water, prompting a flash flood warning. The weather alert should expire at 4:15 p.m. as long as it's not extended, WBRZ Storm Station meteorologists said. Monitor traffic conditions live: Click HERE for... more » -
Bizarre conundrum: Inclined stretch of I-10 experienced flooding during heavy rain Tuesday Play Video
June 21, 2022 5:14 PM
BATON ROUGE - Afternoon gridlock on I-10 W was exacerbated by a rare phenomenon: Standing water on the inclined stretch of the interstate as it approaches the New Bridge. Traffic was just starting to move after an earlier crash closed lanes of I-10 W in the area. But, by... more » -
Southern University getting additional $7 million to stop campus erosion Play Video
June 1, 2022 2:59 PM
BATON ROUGE - An additional $7 million in federal funding is going toward efforts to protect Southern University's campus from erosion. The United States Department of Agriculture will give the state a $7.62 million grant to use in the $35 million Bayou Baton Rouge erosion improvement project to conserve... more » -
Ascension Parish preparing ahead of hurricane season, still recovering from 2021 Play Video
May 26, 2022 11:39 AM
ST. AMANT - Back in 2021 when Hurricane Ida made landfall, many areas of the state were heavily damaged, including Ascension Parish. This year, people in Ascension are not waiting until a storm is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico to prepare for impacts. Many buildings were damaged... more » -
Nearly 60 years since Comite River's last cleaning, some residents feeling anxious Play Video
May 25, 2022 9:32 AM
The Comite River has a great deal of debris in its waterways, leaving those who live near it concerned about the next heavy rain. As part of the Amite River Basin, the Comite is just one waterway that makes up the watershed. Residents who live near it say they... more » -
Collapsed concrete has caused decade of concerns in Baton Rouge neighborhood Play Video
May 11, 2022 2:21 PM
UPDATE: Thursday, the City-Parish was quick to respond. Heavy machinery helped to dig out debris from Lively Bayou, unblocking the path of water flow. The parish still plans to address a collapsed concrete panel, but says the integrity of the structure is sound. BATON ROUGE - Some residents living... more » -
City dismantling part of resident's ring levee he made to protect property from flooding Play Video
May 6, 2022 6:36 PM
BATON ROUGE - Frustrated with the constant threat of flooding, a Baton Rouge homeowner who built a personal ring levee is about to get a big bill from the city-parish to remove it. Ken Guidry has lived on acres of land for decades in a highly sought-after portion of... more » -
Bill aims to limit state's liability for nursing home evacuations after Hurricane Ida deaths
April 12, 2022 9:08 AM
BATON ROUGE - A new proposal from lawmakers—filed in response to a disastrous series of hurricane evacuations that ended with more than a dozen people dead—would enforce stricter oversight upon nursing homes while also limiting the state's risk of facing legal backlash. House bill 933 would mandate those facilities... more » -
All he wants is his drainage fixed, grass cut Play Video
April 5, 2022 4:37 PM
BATON ROUGE - A man says it has been a journey trying to get the City-Parish to help him with his drainage concerns. Harry Johnson lives near Florida Boulevard and North Flannery Road. He's been talking with 2 On Your Side since September 2021 about the water backing up around... more » -
Developers in Ascension may soon get the green light to build Play Video
March 11, 2022 7:34 PM
ASCENSION PARISH - A moratorium on new development comes to an end next month. The parish council voted for it in June to give some time to study traffic and drainage issues. "In 30 years, we have literally doubled in size with no new infrastructure," District 6 Parish Councilman... more » -
Lawmaker doesn't 'see a pathway' to finished Comite River Diversion Canal this year Play Video
January 31, 2022 10:53 PM
BATON ROUGE - Even with construction well underway, work to complete the decades-delayed Comite River Diversion Canal will likely spill into next year, according to Congressman Garret Graves. Since all funding was secured for the project in 2018, the project has seen delays, most recently in March 2021 when... more » -
'Construction is imminent' in portion of EBR flood reduction project Play Video
January 27, 2022 10:26 PM
BATON ROUGE - The first work on a portion of the joint $255 million flood mitigation project between East Baton Rouge Parish and the Army Corps of Engineers is right around the corner, a Corps official told leaders this week. "By the spring of 2022, you will see actual... more » -
Private ditch that provided drainage filled in, neighbor now worried over flooding issues Play Video
January 27, 2022 3:47 PM
PONCHATOULA - There's a disagreement between a couple of neighbors in Tangipahoa Parish and one of them says his parish council won't let him come speak to air out his grievances. For over half a century, Lielf Windecker has called his property in Ponchatoula home, but a few years... more » -
Asphalt dumped into sewer costing homeowner thousands in plumbing repairs Play Video
December 9, 2021 10:20 PM
BATON ROUGE - An Oleander Street landlord is out thousands of dollars after trying unsuccessfully to fix plumbing problems that have persisted for more than a year. "Very frustrated," Wanda Owens said. "[I] don't know who else to call, don't know what to do." Late last year Owens'... more » -
Community comes through for school employee living in flooded apartment Play Video
November 23, 2021 5:15 PM
BATON ROUGE - Just a day after Sana Trahan told WBRZ about the struggles at her flooded apartment , the generosity has been pouring in. Trahan's home at Magnolia Trace apartments flooded after a pipe burst, destroying much of her property. Dynasty Ussin tracked down the longtime East Baton... more » -
After a handful of deferrals, plans for proposed Staring Lane subdivision approved Play Video
November 22, 2021 10:44 PM
BATON ROUGE - A long-sought subdivision along Staring Lane was given the green light earlier this month by the planning commission after months of outstanding drainage issues. Silverside Cove, a 75-zero-lot line, 22-acre project along Staring Lane near Perkins Road, was approved during the Nov. 15 meeting of the... more » -
Iberville council signs off on Bayou Manchac deal with EBR Play Video
November 16, 2021 11:25 PM
ST. GABRIEL - With a private pond and plenty of land, Sandra Little's property on Bayou Paul Lane has been her slice of heaven for decades. "I'm 72-years-old, and I moved out here in my late 20s," Little said. "It's just been a great place to raise my son... more » -
Interview: Senator Bill Cassidy on bipartisan infrastructure plan Play Video
November 9, 2021 7:21 AM
BATON ROUGE - Senator Bill Cassidy joined WBRZ's Morning Show, 2une In, for a live interview Tuesday. Cassidy discussed o ngoing flood insurance rate issues and the bipartisan infrastructure plan, detailing how it is expected to benefit Louisiana. The Senator said the plan is expected to provide Louisiana... more » -
South Carolina prepares for major coastal flooding event
November 5, 2021 6:20 AM
CHARLESTON, South Carolina - Residents in South Carolina are preparing for heavy rainfall that may put water levels at a level typically seen during powerful hurricanes. According to CNN , the potentially historic flood event is expected to impact Charleston Harbor and parts of coastal Georgia by Friday morning... more » -
To cover annual EBR drainage costs, new utility fee possible Play Video
October 13, 2021 11:36 PM
BATON ROUGE - In the ongoing fight against flooding, East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome's administration is proposing a stormwater utility fee to provide dedicated funds for drainage maintenance and improvements. EBR Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Kelvin Hill unveiled the fee proposal to the Metro Council Wednesday during... more » -
Burbank Drive subdivision asking planning commission to OK 100+ new lots Play Video
October 5, 2021 10:42 PM
BATON ROUGE - After similar, previous requests have been approved, developers of Pelican Lakes on Burbank drive are asking the planning commission for permission to add more than 100 new lots to the subdivision. "Pelican Lakes was started in 2012, and it was part of an 800-lot master development,"... more » -
Amid flurry of flood zone development requests, planning commission shoots down Burbank subdivision Play Video
September 20, 2021 11:10 PM
BATON ROUGE - Days after heavy rain brought flooding to areas of the capital city, the East Baton Rouge Planning Commission denied a rezoning request for a subdivision project along Burbank Drive. Maple Cove, an 11-acre, 60-lot project near University Villas, was one of several potential projects either partially... more » -
EBR, Ascension leaders announce joint proposal to improve drainage along Bayou Manchac Play Video
September 20, 2021 11:53 AM
BATON ROUGE - In hopes of addressing local drainage issues, two area leaders are uniting to advance a proposal that they believe will benefit both communities. East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome and Ascension President Clint Cointment announced Monday a recommendation to enhance drainage along Bayou Manchac at... more » -
Construction debris catches fire in St. George home under renovation
September 18, 2021 9:45 PM
ST. GEORGE - Construction debris caught fire in a home that was under renovation Saturday. St. George Fire Department said a house on Oak Shadow Road caught fire around 1:11 p.m., and firefighters had flames under control in less than 30-minutes. The home sits near the Perkins and... more » -
Temporarily stricter development restrictions leave room for planning commission to allow some flood-zone projects
September 17, 2021 11:05 PM
BATON ROUGE - Tougher drainage requirements for development in flood zones take effect Saturday, but do not apply to several residential projects being considered Monday by the Planning Commission. In a unanimous vote Sept. 8, the Metro Council approved a year-long tightening of building standards for projects in flood... more »