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• Multiple roads in St. Mary Parish flooded with several inches of water after Tropical Storm Bertha Play Video

  July 23, 2026 2:11 PM

  FRANKLIN — On Thursday, La. 317 near Bayou Sale and the Bayou Sale Levee took on about six inches of water in various parts following Tropical Storm Bertha. According to the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office, the nearby Burns Point Lane took on about eight inches of water from... more »

• Gov. Landry, state climatologist reassure residents, encourage preparedness ahead of tropical storm Play Video

  July 22, 2026 9:34 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Gov. Jeff Landry and state climatologist Jay Grimes reassured Louisianians that they should see few effects from Tropical Storm Bertha, but encouraged preparedness regardless. Bertha made landfall in St. Bernard Parish just minutes before Landry and Grimes took to the podium Wednesday afternoon, telling Louisiana residents... more »

• Cajun Navy 2016 deploys volunteers to Kerr County, Texas, for flood rescue operations Play Video

  July 16, 2026 6:22 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Cajun Navy 2016 has deployed trained volunteers to Kerr County, Texas, to help with swift water rescue and recovery operations following flooding in the Center Point area. Members of the Baton Rouge Fire Department and West Feliciana Fire District 1 also left Baton Rouge on Wednesday... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Lingering storm threat ahead of a break in the soggy pattern Play Video

  July 13, 2026 4:38 PM

  Just like Monday, Tuesday could start wet for some as well. Though storms remain in the forecast a bit longer, the Capital Area is about to break out of the wet pattern. This will pave the way for summer heat to return. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect clouds and a... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: More torrential downpours to kickoff the new workweek Play Video

  July 12, 2026 7:33 PM

  The stormy weather isn’t over yet. Fueled by a moisture-loaded atmosphere from top to bottom, additional showers and thunderstorms are likely on Monday. The threat of flash flooding remains. Tonight & Tomorrow: Afternoon thunderstorms will lose their punch into the evening. Clouds will remain overnight, along with the chance... more »

• Sunday AM forecast: Flooding concerns increase today and next week Play Video

  July 12, 2026 8:02 AM

  A wetter weather pattern is settling across south Louisiana, with the risk of heavy rain and localized flooding increasing today and peaking Monday. Multiple rounds of thunderstorms could bring several inches of rain to parts of the Baton Rouge area before drier, hotter weather returns later this week. ... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: Heavy rain & flash flood threat increases through weekend Play Video

  July 10, 2026 4:33 PM

  The pattern of scattered afternoon storms will continue Saturday, but things turn even wetter by the 2nd half of the weekend. Sunday through Tuesday look especially active, with the heavy rain threat increasing during that timeframe. Tonight & Tomorrow: After some scattered storms this afternoon, activity... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Prepare for heavier, more widespread storms arriving soon Play Video

  July 9, 2026 5:43 PM

  The familiar routine of sticky heat and scattered afternoon storms will stay through Saturday. However, rain will become much more widespread and heavier starting Sunday, leading to a bump in potential impacts. Tonight, Tomorrow, & Saturday: Skies will quickly clear throughout the evening as afternoon storms die down. Friday... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Stormy weather pattern ahead for Capital Area Play Video

  July 9, 2026 6:48 AM

  The pattern of scattered afternoon storms will persist for the next several days. Rain coverage will increase for the 2nd half of the weekend into early next week, bringing a growing threat of heavy rainfall. Today & Tonight: The typical summer rhythm will continue to hold true today. Most... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Storms set to multiply as a messier pattern arrives over the weekend Play Video

  July 8, 2026 6:24 PM

  Scattered afternoon downpours aren't going anywhere. In fact, the forecast turns even wetter over the weekend, bringing less dry time and a higher chance of outdoor disruptions into next week. Tonight & Tomorrow: Like clockwork, afternoon storms will quickly fizzle into the night. Skies will clear out, and morning... more »

• Residents wake up Wednesday morning to find water flooding St. Katherine Avenue, surrounding streets Play Video

  July 8, 2026 2:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Residents woke up Wednesday morning to find St. Katherine Avenue and nearby streets flooded. According to residents, a car struck a fire hydrant near the corner of St. Katherine Avenue and Hammond Street earlier this week. Baton Rouge Water said it was notified of... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Pop-up storms for now, trending wetter over the weekend Play Video

  July 7, 2026 5:50 PM

  The classic summer setup of heat, steam, and storms isn't going anywhere. However, the forecast trends wetter over the weekend, bringing a greater threat of heavy rain and outdoor disruptions. Tonight & Tomorrow: With the loss of daytime heating, afternoon storms won’t stand a chance after dark. A few... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Storms take a break tonight, picking back up on Monday Play Video

  July 5, 2026 7:19 PM

  A quieter night is ahead after a relatively “bumpy” Sunday afternoon full of storms. While the overall rain coverage may end up a tad lower on Monday, Mother Nature will attempt a repeat performance of the stormy action. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect afternoon thunderstorms to quickly fizzle throughout the... more »

• Sunday AM forecast: More Storms Return to End the Holiday Weekend Play Video

  July 5, 2026 8:03 AM

  Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop across the area today as a more active summer pattern settles in. While not everyone will see rain, any storm could produce heavy downpours, gusty winds, frequent lightning, and localized street flooding. Today and Tonight: Storm... more »

• Baton Rouge volunteers collect donations for people impacted by Tropical Storm Arthur Play Video

  June 27, 2026 3:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A group of volunteers is collecting supplies and donations for flood survivors in Avoyelles Parish. Hundreds of homes flooded in the parish, causing some homeowners to lose everything. Krysten Bennett lives in Baton Rouge and lost her home in the 2016 flood. She's leading the... more »

• Avoyelles Parish's Dupont Post Office temporarily closes after historic flooding from Tropical Storm Arthur

  June 26, 2026 12:01 PM

  DUPONT — Due to last week's flooding in parts of Avoyelles and Pointe Coupee parishes from Tropical Storm Arthur, the Dupont Post Office in Avoyelles is temporarily suspending USPS services. According to USPS, all retail operations have been moved to the Cottonport Post Office at 955 Sycamore Street. ... more »

• HISTORIC DELUGE: Remnants of Arthur shatter Louisiana's 24-hour rainfall record

  June 24, 2026 5:39 PM

  AVOYELLES PARISH, LA — A historic and catastrophic weather event has shattered Louisiana’s all-time 24-hour rainfall record. On Thursday, June 18, 2026, part of the slow-moving remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur unleashed an unprecedented deluge on Avoyelles Parish. According to data released by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Lake... more »

• LDWF, state troopers rescue 86 people, 20 pets from Avoyelles Parish floodwaters Play Video

  June 23, 2026 11:20 AM

  MARKSVILLE — Nearly a week after Tropical Storm Arthur flooded Avoyelles Parish, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says that it rescued 86 people and 20 pets from floodwaters. LDWF agents, alongside Louisiana State Police troopers, worked with first responders on June 18 and 19 after the area... more »

• State insurance officials to assist residents in filing insurance claims in Pointe Coupee after storms Play Video

  June 22, 2026 12:31 PM

  NEW ROADS — Representatives from the Louisiana Department of Insurance will be available in Pointe Coupee Parish on Tuesday to assist residents in filing insurance claims and answering questions related to insurance coverage following heavy rain and flooding from Tropical Storm Arthur. LDI officials will be at the Pointe... more »

• Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office urges residents to report flood damage after Tropical Storm Arthur Play Video

  June 21, 2026 11:28 AM

  NEW ROADS — The Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office asked citizens to report flood damage caused by Tropical Storm Arthur on Saturday. According to the sheriff's office, residents whose homes, businesses, vehicles or property sustained damage from the recent flooding should report it as soon as possible, as reporting damage... more »

• Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries rescues 74 people and 6 pets following Tropical Storm Arthur Play Video

  June 21, 2026 10:59 AM

  MARKSVILLE — The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced that 74 people and 6 pets were rescued from flood waters following Tropical Storm Arthur on Thursday in Avoyelles Parish. The search and rescue operations were conducted alongside troopers from the Louisiana State Police and local first responders. ... more »

• Sunday AM forecast: A few lingering storms today, then we'll focus on the heat Play Video

  June 21, 2026 7:56 AM

  After weeks of widespread downpours and flooding concerns, a drier pattern is taking shape. The focus now shifts to dangerous heat as heat index values approach advisory levels Monday and Tuesday. Today and tonight: A few showers and thunderstorms will still be possible today, but coverage... more »

• Pointe Coupee deputies distributing hot meals to support recent flood victims following tropical storm Play Video

  June 20, 2026 2:10 PM

  LETTSWORTH — The Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office is giving out hot meals on Saturday to support recent flood victims following Tropical Storm Arthur. Residents can pick up meals from the Heart of Worship Church on Legonier Access Road in Lettsworth beginning at 11:30 a.m. "We understand that many... more »

• Saturday AM forecast: Heat will be an issue this weekend, but flood concerns continue Play Video

  June 20, 2026 8:09 AM

  Heat index values will climb to around 110 degrees this weekend, but scattered thunderstorms could still produce localized flooding and isolated severe weather across south Louisiana. Today and tonight: A Heat Advisory is in effect Saturday afternoon as temperatures climb into the lower and middle 90s.... more »

• WATCH: Landry visits Avoyelles Parish, speaks with officials after Tropical Storm Arthur Play Video

  June 19, 2026 11:54 AM

  MANSURA — Gov. Jeff Landry is going to Avoyelles Parish on Friday to meet with local officials after Tropical Storm Arthur blanketed southern Louisiana with rain and caused multiple areas in and around the parish to flood. Landry will meet with officials in the Avoyelles Parish Emergency Operations Center... more »

• Friday AM Forecast: Trading flood watch for heat advisory, scattered storms remain Play Video

  June 19, 2026 7:04 AM

  Heat and humidity are about to take center stage as the first heat advisory of the year has been issued. Storms will still be possible, but should stay scattered in nature. Today & Tonight: Friday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, with highs climbing into the lower... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish officials warn of high water as river hits moderate flood stage Play Video

  June 18, 2026 7:14 PM

  TANGIPAHOA - The Tangipahoa River crested earlier than expected, staying in moderate flood stage instead of reaching the major flood stage as forecast. Emergency officials are still warning residents to watch out for high water, saying the danger has not passed. In the Robert area, the river has... more »

• New Orleans, Kenner hit with tropical storm damage after flooding, heavy rain Play Video

  June 18, 2026 2:08 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - While the worst of Tropical Storm Arthur missed the capital region, it whipped through parts of Kenner and New Orleans. Thursday morning, strong winds and heavy rain left a path of destruction in Jefferson and Orleans parishes Williams Boulevard, in Kenner, Louisiana, was submerged in... more »

• 4 Lettsworth families evacuated after water enters homes; Pointe Coupee opens shelter, starts evacuation assistance Play Video

  June 18, 2026 1:55 PM

  NEW ROADS — Four families in Lettsworth have been evacuated from their homes after water entered their homes Thursday morning, following heavy rain and flooding from Tropical Storm Arthur, Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff Rene' Thibodeaux told WBRZ. A shelter was opened at the Civic Center in New Roads after... more »

• PHOTOS: Downed trees, flooded roads, damaged buildings after tropical weather sweeps through Louisiana Play Video

  June 18, 2026 12:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE — While the Capital area was mostly spared from Wednesday night and Thursday morning's tropical depression, heavy rainfall blanketed parts of southern Louisiana, causing flooding in and around New Orleans. Crews in Ascension Parish worked to remove downed trees and storm debris from roadways following the rainfall.... more »

• Pride experiences multiple closures due to flooding, heavy rain from tropical storm Play Video

  June 18, 2026 11:38 AM

  PRIDE - Carson Road in Pride was closed alongside a swollen Sandy Creek after storms brought high water to the area on Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Pride-Baywood Road also had multiple closures, mostly due to high water reaching bridges. BREC's Sandy Creek Community Park was also affected.... more »

• UPDATE: NWS confirms 8 tornadoes touch down this past week Play Video

  June 18, 2026 11:30 AM

  SLIDELL — The National Weather Service has now confirmed eight tornadoes touched down in southeastern Louisiana and Mississippi on Wednesday night into Thursday morning as Tropical Storm Arthur made its way through the region. The first tornado, an EF1, hit Houma around 10:15 p.m. on Wednesday and lasted roughly... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Greatest heavy rain threat over, isolated storms remain possible Play Video

  June 18, 2026 4:47 AM

  Thankfully, the Capital Area was spared from the worst of the heavy rain and severe potential this morning. Further to the east, closer to places like New Orleans and Slidell, it has been a very different story. For the rest of the day, rain coverage goes down, but isolated storms... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish officials monitoring multiple roads for flooding following Tuesday's storms Play Video

  June 17, 2026 9:34 AM

  HAMMOND — Following Tuesday's heavy rain, parts of Tangipahoa Parish experienced significant flooding and high water. Tangipahoa Parish deputies said that Briar Patch Cemetery Road at the south curve and Hayden Road just south of Highway 10 are being monitored for flooding. Trees were also reported down at... more »

• Pointe Coupee Parish sees downed power lines and flooding as storms roll through region Play Video

  June 16, 2026 7:02 PM

  NEW ROADS — Areas of Pointe Coupee Parish saw flooding and downed power lines as heavy storms rolled through the region on Tuesday. Photos from Sheriff Rene' Thibodeaux show several inches of water creeping into homes and a fallen tree wrapped in power lines. ... more »

• Baton Rouge drainage crews clear pipes and debris ahead of heavy rain Play Video

  June 16, 2026 5:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Residents and city crews are clearing drains ahead of expected heavy rainfall in the Baton Rouge area. Tuesday morning, clouds opened, and rain started falling across the city. The preparations come just a month after flooding left businesses under the Perkins Road overpass underwater, and cars... more »

• Livingston Parish officials advise residents to stay prepared for flooding as rain continues Play Video

  June 16, 2026 10:23 AM

  LIVINGSTON - As flash flood threats continue across the Capital region, officials are urging residents to be prepared. Parishes across the state have set up sandbag locations in the event of flooding. Certain locations in Livingston Parish will have sandbags available. You can view those locations here.... more »

• UPDATE: Flood Watch posted for much of the Capital Area ahead of heavy rain threat Play Video

  June 14, 2026 7:16 PM

  The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Iberville, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, Tangipahoa, and West Feliciana Parishes, as well as Amite and Wilkinson Counties from 7 a.m. Monday until 7 a.m. Wednesday. A FLASH FLOOD... more »

• Sunday AM forecast: After a hot Sunday, rain returns to the forecast Play Video

  June 14, 2026 8:14 AM

  The heat holds through today, but the heavy rain threat builds for early next week. Today and tonight: Another hot and humid day is ahead across the Capital Region. Afternoon temperatures will climb into the lower and middle 90s, with heat index values approaching 105 degrees... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: stormy stretch to follow hottest weekend so far this season Play Video

  June 11, 2026 4:38 PM

  The Baton Rouge Area can gear up for the hottest weekend so far this summer as feel-like temperatures climb to near 105 degrees. Relief will arrive early next week, but a stalling weather system will swap the heat for heavy rain and an elevated risk of flooding. Spiking Heat:... more »

• Climate change makes once-rare coastal floods more likely, study says

  June 10, 2026 7:45 PM

  Extreme floods that once swamped coastal communities only rarely are becoming far more common as climate change caused by humans pushes sea levels higher, according to new research published Wednesday. Experts say the findings are crucial for making plans about floods and coastal infrastructure as the planet warms. These... more »

• Waterways in Livingston Parish reopen after weekend closure is lifted Play Video

  June 8, 2026 8:43 AM

  LIVINGSTON — Waterways in Livingston Parish are reopening Monday morning after a parishwide closure due to rising water levels. The closure will be lifted at 10 a.m., with waterways returning to normal use. The closure was put into place by a parishwide proclamation from Parish President Randy Delatte... more »

• Sunday AM forecast: Lingering rain today, then getting hotter next week Play Video

  June 7, 2026 8:12 AM

  Showers and thunderstorms remain in the forecast today, but the wet pattern that dominated the weekend is beginning to wind down. A drier and hotter stretch of weather is expected to settle in through much of next week. Today and tonight: Scattered to numerous showers and... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Heavy rain threat this afternoon, flash flooding possible Play Video

  May 27, 2026 6:47 AM

  The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, Iberville, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. James, Tangipahoa, and West Feliciana Parishes, as well as Amite and Wilkinson Counties, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday. A FLOOD... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Another wave of storms targeting Capital Area, FLOOD WATCH issued Play Video

  May 26, 2026 6:14 PM

  The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, Iberville, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. James, Tangipahoa, and West Feliciana Parishes, as well as Amite and Wilkinson Counties, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday. A FLOOD... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: A stormy weather pattern that simply refuses to quit Play Video

  May 25, 2026 5:41 PM

  Rainy weather continues to dominate the Storm Station forecast. Additional rounds of storms are expected for the rest of the week, each bringing the possibility of sudden street and poor drainage flooding. Tonight & Tomorrow: Memorial Day downpours will gradually taper off during the evening, leaving behind a humid... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Holiday weekend plans need a backup, stormy weather to persist Play Video

  May 21, 2026 6:28 PM

  This soggy stretch of weather isn’t going anywhere any time soon. With several additional inches of rain likely, localized street flooding will be a daily threat. Stay weather-aware and keep an eye on the sky when attempting to get outdoors. Tonight & Tomorrow: Additional shower and thunderstorm development... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: The active pattern continues, numerous storms expected today Play Video

  May 21, 2026 7:07 AM

  After having a very active radar yesterday, today will be no different. Numerous showers and storms will fire, especially in the afternoon and evening. Today & Tonight: Expect another round of identical weather for your Thursday, as our highly active, repetitive storm pattern shows no signs of letting up.... more »

• Tickfaw State Park closed until Thursday at earliest due to flooding Play Video

  May 12, 2026 8:12 PM

  SPRINGFIELD — Tickfaw State Park will be closed through Wednesday due to flooding. Park staff announced on social media that they are eyeing Thursday as a tentative reopening date. Future park updates will be shared on the Tickfaw State Park Facebook page . more »

• Iberville Parish offers free sandbags at two Bayou Sorrel locations

  May 12, 2026 11:12 AM

  BAYOU SORREL — The Iberville Parish Department of Public Works has placed sandbags at two locations for residents who need them following heavy rains across the Capital area Monday night. Sandbags are available at the Bayou Sorrel Fire Station at 33275 Hwy. 75 and the Bayou Sorrel/Bayou Pigeon Main... more »

• Multiple Prairieville roads closed due to high water levels following Monday night rain

  May 12, 2026 10:13 AM

  PRAIRIEVILLE — Several roads in Prairieville are closed or impacted due to high water after Monday evening's storms. Broussard Road at David Drive is closed because of water on the roadway and bridge. Broussard Road at Camp Drive also has water on the roadway. Little Prairie Road at... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: One final push of rain and storms before ditching the umbrella Play Video

  May 10, 2026 5:45 PM

  After a pleasant Mother’s Day, one final round of thunderstorms will sweep through on Monday. Once those clear out, a much quieter weather pattern will take hold. Tonight & Tomorrow: Overnight, the focus shifts northwest to ongoing thunderstorms in East Texas. Most forecast guidance suggests that these storms will... more »

• Saturday AM forecast: Rounds of rain likely through Mother's Day Play Video

  May 9, 2026 7:05 AM

  Heavy rain and thunderstorms will impact south Louisiana through Saturday. Flooding concerns continue before drier weather arrives next week. Today and tonight: Saturday will feature multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms across south Louisiana as another disturbance moves through the region. Some storms may produce very... more »

• TEAM 2 TRAFFIC: Picardy Avenue closed between Mancuso Lane and Essen Lane due to high water

  May 8, 2026 1:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A section of Picardy Avenue is blocked off due to high water as heavy storms hit the capital city, according to the St. George Fire Department. Picardy is closed between Mancuso Lane and Essen Lane. The fire department urges drivers to seek alternate routes and... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: rain continues tonight before cold front pushes away Play Video

  May 1, 2026 4:27 PM

  The threat of poor drainage flooding will continue through the evening as a stalled front near the coast serves as a track for thunderstorms to dump heavy rain over the same areas. The front will be shoved south early Saturday, leading to a stretch of dry and cool weather for... more »

• Central mayor: Timing of insurance savings from increased flood rating doesn't match what FEMA said

  March 31, 2026 10:21 AM

  CENTRAL — Mayor Wade Evans says that, while Central received a FEMA rating intended to reflect reduced flood risk and provide corresponding insurance premium discounts, the timing of these savings does not match what they were previously told by FEMA. Evans said Tuesday that Central has made significant, measurable... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Dodging pop-up storms all the way through Easter Weekend Play Video

  March 30, 2026 4:00 PM

  A wetter weather pattern has returned, offering the chance to see showers and thunderstorms just about every day. The rain is needed, but it may be less than ideal ahead of the Easter holiday. Tonight & Tomorrow: Remaining showers will quickly taper after dark, leading to a few hours... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Grab an umbrella, daily rain chances through Easter Weekend Play Video

  March 29, 2026 7:30 PM

  Go ahead and tuck jackets back into the closet for now, but be sure to keep an umbrella by the door. A warmer and muggier pattern is taking over again, but this time bringing near-daily shower and thunderstorm chances that will persist all the way through Easter Sunday. Tonight... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Dense fog starts the week, midweek rainmaker to break warm spell Play Video

  March 8, 2026 7:27 PM

  A moisture-loaded ground will trigger dense fog across the area on Monday morning. Once that burns off, the warm and muggy pattern will continue. The next big rainmaker around midweek will seek to end the warm spell, with a noticeable cooldown trailing close behind. Tonight & Tomorrow: A quieter... more »

• LSU urges baseball fans traveling to Alex Box Stadium to use caution due to flooding in the area

  March 8, 2026 4:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Fans traveling to Alex Box Stadium for the LSU baseball game on Sunday are encouraged to use caution due to flooding in the area. LSU officials expect several roads around the stadium to be closed, and suggest that travelers avoid Burbank Drive and use Nicholson Drive... more »

• Sunday AM forecast: Heavy rain continues early, then scattered this afternoon Play Video

  March 8, 2026 8:47 AM

  Heavy rain and storms are possible Sunday morning before conditions gradually improve later in the day. Much warmer-than-normal temperatures will continue across the Capital Region into next week. Today and tonight: Hefty rainfall totals overnight caused some minor flooding, which could be aggravated by additional rainfall... more »

• St. George Planning and Zoning Commission denies new subdivision Play Video

  February 3, 2026 12:36 AM

  ST. GEORGE - Residents and homeowners cheered Monday evening as members of the St. George Planning and Zoning Commission voted against the development of a subdivision between Antioch Boulevard and Old Jefferson Highway. The proposed development, called The Haven subdivision, would have added 87 new homes to the area.... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Widespread rain underway, heavier pockets possible Play Video

  December 4, 2025 6:53 AM

  The rain has settled in this morning, with some heavier pockets already occurring across the area. Poor drainage flooding, ponding on roadways, and rising creeks/bayous are possible. Today & Tonight: Get ready for a very wet start to your Thursday. Widespread rain is moving through, including... more »

• Neighbors want water directed elsewhere, cost to fix covered Play Video

  November 20, 2025 5:33 PM

  PRAIRIEVILLE - Some private property owners living along White Road say a drainage ditch that runs through their land is being taken advantage of. They blame development in the area and say the cost to fix it shouldn't be on them. David McRae and Kirk Resweber are neighbors. McRae... more »

• Hurricane Melissa leaves 25 dead in Haiti, causes widespread damage in Jamaica and Cuba Play Video

  October 29, 2025 11:47 AM

  SANTIAGO DE CUBA, Cuba (AP) — Flooding from Hurricane Melissa killed 25 people in Haiti while the storm still churned across Cuba on Wednesday after leaving Jamaica with widespread damage and power outages, officials say. Jean Bertrand Subrème, mayor of the southern Haitian coastal town of Petit-Goâve, told The... more »

• Part of Carney Road at LA Highway 964 to close on Nov. 7 due to construction for Comite River Diversion Channel Play Video

  October 20, 2025 4:25 PM

  ZACHARY - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New Orleans District will be closing the eastern portion of Carney Road at LA Highway 964 on Nov. 7 for the construction of the Comite River Diversion Channel. Residents traveling on Barnett and Carney roads will be detoured north to LA... more »

• Sunday Journal: Commemorating Katrina's 20th anniversary with a visit to the Flooded House Museum Play Video

  August 27, 2025 7:38 AM

  NEW ORLEANS— This week on Sunday Journal, take a trip with John Pastorek down to New Orleans, where the shadow of Hurricane Katrina still lingers 20 years later. JP visited the Flooded House Museum and spoke to Sandy Rosenthal, the woman who founded levees.org to tell the stories of... more »

• Denham Springs reflects on ninth anniversary of devastating 2016 flooding Play Video

  August 14, 2025 6:54 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - August marks the ninth anniversary of the devastating 2016 floods. Livingston Parish was one of the areas that was hit the hardest. Businesses and homes were destroyed, filled with feet of water. 2une In's Aigail Whitam was live from Denham Springs Thursday morning, speaking with... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: More hot days, another plume of tropical moisture lying in wait Play Video

  July 21, 2025 3:57 PM

  Another HEAT ADVISORY has been issued for Tuesday. This one will be in effect for all of South Louisiana, as the heat index will surpass 108° in many spots. Despite being used to sultry summer conditions, this level of heat and humidity can lead to heat illnesses. The advisory merely... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: From sizzle to soak, soggy pattern to follow early-week heat Play Video

  July 20, 2025 7:05 PM

  The National Weather Service has issued a HEAT ADVISORY for the majority of southeast Louisiana. It will go into effect at 10 a.m. and last until 7 p.m. Monday. Heat index values, or feels-like temperatures, may approach 112° in a few neighborhoods. Such a combination of heat and humidity could... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Rain chances nearing a peak, heat builds behind Play Video

  July 9, 2025 4:22 PM

  July rolls on with plenty of heat, humidity, and unsettled weather at times. A boost in storm chances Thursday may knock temperatures down a bit, but expect heat to build again as storms become less prevalent over the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: Naturally with the loss of daytime heating,... more »

• 3 dead as flash flooding hits mountain village of Ruidoso in New Mexico, officials say Play Video

  July 9, 2025 10:46 AM

  SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Monsoon rains in southern New Mexico triggered flash flooding that killed three people and was so intense an entire house was swept downstream in a mountain village that is a popular summer retreat, officials said. A man, a 4-year-old girl and 7-year-old boy were... more »

• Death toll from Texas flooding rises to more than 100 as search continues for missing Play Video

  July 7, 2025 7:15 AM

  KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — In hard-hit Kerr County, home to Camp Mystic and several other summer camps, searchers have found the bodies of 84 people, including 28 children, according to Kerr County officials. The death toll is now at least 104 deaths across central Texas. Camp Mystic says... more »

• Texas floods leave at least 51 dead, 27 girls missing as rescuers search devastated landscape Play Video

  July 6, 2025 10:26 AM

  KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — Rescuers scoured a devastated central Texas landscape of mangled trees, overturned cars and muck-filled debris Saturday in an increasingly bleak mission to locate survivors, including 27 girls who have not been seen since their camp was slammed with a wall of water in a historic flash... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: heat rising beyond scattered storms midweek Play Video

  July 1, 2025 4:35 PM

  The active half of the summer pattern will soon subside for the hotter half. Expect highs well into the 90s for Independence Day Weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: After any remnant showers fall apart shortly after dusk, skies will go mostly clear. A still and sticky night is ahead with... more »

• UPDATE: Powerful Pacific hurricane makes landfall in Oaxaca, Mexico

  June 18, 2025 8:07 PM

  UPDATE: Erick intensified overnight into a Category 4 hurricane with maximum sustained winds peaking at 145 mph. Afterward, the storm did weaken slightly. Hurricane Erick made landfall in extreme western Oaxaca, Mexico around 7 a.m. CDT Thursday with peak winds at 125 mph. This Pacific storm will continue weakening... more »