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• Monday AM Forecast: Near-freezing this morning, warm and sunny week ahead Play Video

  February 19, 2024 6:38 AM

  After a freezing start Monday morning, expect a warm week in southern Louisiana. Plenty of sunshine and dry conditions will be around for the next 7 days. Today & Tonight : Monday starts off bitterly cold with temperatures near the freezing mark or below. By early afternoon, conditions will... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Near-freezing early Monday, followed by a temperature turnaround Play Video

  February 18, 2024 5:56 PM

  Baton Rouge could see its first freeze of the month on Monday morning, but winter isn’t sticking around for long. The upcoming week looks warm and largely dry. Tonight & Tomorrow : The winter chill will be with us on Sunday night. Clear skies and light winds will allow... 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 »

• Thursday PM Forecast: bitter cold returns for the weekend Play Video

  January 18, 2024 6:07 PM

  Don’t let Thursday’s mild temperatures fool you. Winter will not release it’s grip until after the weekend. A ***HARD FREEZE WATCH*** is in effect Friday night into Saturday morning for parishes and counties north of Interstates 10/12. This includes all viewing area parishes and counties except Assumption and St.... more »

• PHOTOS: Ice left behind after Monday night's round of wintry weather

  January 16, 2024 10:01 AM

  Many Storm Station viewers woke up to an icy scene across the capital area after a round of freezing rain on Monday night. Photos show ice all along cars, trash cans, siding, fountains, and trees. Ice caused quite the headache for travelers early on Tuesday as many major roadways... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Storms during Friday morning commute, Hard freeze possible next week Play Video

  January 11, 2024 7:18 AM

  Storms and showers will arrive to the Capital Area during Friday morning's commute. With the system, winds ramp up during the day ahead of a calm weekend. On Monday, we will watch frigid air seep into the state, allowing for a potential hard freeze Monday night. ... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Tracking several rainmakers for the first week of 2024 Play Video

  January 1, 2024 5:42 PM

  While a cold front passage on New Year's Day will lead to a mostly sunny and cool Tuesday, our next storm system lurks soon thereafter. Widespread rain enters the capital region early Wednesday, and we’re not done there. Several more rounds of rain are possible through the first week of... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: Warmer afternoons this weekend; rain returns into 2024 Play Video

  December 29, 2023 6:27 PM

  While we keep the cold starts over the holiday weekend, afternoon highs will rise to more comfortable levels. If you have plans on the night of New Year’s Eve, rain shouldn’t be an issue. However, that could change into New Year’s Day. In fact, several disturbances are likely as we... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: A cold front delivers a wintry chill to close out the week Play Video

  December 26, 2023 5:25 PM

  Another shot of cold air is set to arrive on Wednesday night, sending temperatures closer to the freezing mark for several nights. We do gradually warm up closer to New Year’s Day. However, the Storm Station is also monitoring a chance of showers for January 1st. Tonight & Tomorrow... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Dry for now, a punch of cool air arrives soon Play Video

  December 25, 2023 4:18 PM

  Drier weather will remain in place for the final week of 2023. While we feature highs in the 60s through Wednesday, another shot of cold air is set to arrive soon. This will make things chilly for the second half of the week. Tonight & Tomorrow : The weather... more »

• Monday AM Forecast: Near-freezing start for many, cool temps this afternoon Play Video

  December 11, 2023 7:08 AM

  Cold air behind the front that brought showers and storms to the state over the weekend is making for a near freezing start to the week for many. Temperatures stay cool all week with dry conditions and skies that are a mix of sun and clouds. Today & Tonight... more »

• Monday AM Forecast: Near freezing start for many, Cool temps this afternoon

  December 11, 2023 7:08 AM

  Cold air behind the front that brought showers and storms to the state over the weekend is making for a near freezing start to the week for many. Temperatures stay cool all week with dry conditions and skies that are a mix of sun and clouds. Today & Tonight... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Cool and dry for now, watching more rain chances by late week Play Video

  November 27, 2023 5:00 PM

  High pressure dominates our weather pattern for the first part of the week, keeping us cool and dry. That changes for the second half of the week as high pressure shifts east. Not only will we get warmer, but it opens the door for a few systems that could bring... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Coats needed for the next few mornings Play Video

  October 31, 2023 6:36 PM

  Skies have cleared and temperatures are plummeting. Trick-or-treaters will face a chilly evening with temperatures in the low to mid-50s. It only gets cooler thereafter with 30s expected for the next few mornings. Some might even flirt with the freezing mark, so coats are a must. The wind will make... more »

• Baton Rouge man facing cruelty charge after baby daughter hospitalized with frostbite

  February 19, 2021 3:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A father is facing charges after he took his 8-month-old daughter to a hospital with what appeared to be frostbite after icy weather swept through the area earlier this week. According to arrest documents from the Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD), Daquain Davis, 22, showed up... more »

• La. state offices closed Wednesday

  February 11, 2021 6:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Louisiana state offices will be closed Wednesday (Feb. 17) because of the winter weather situation. Click HERE for the latest from the WBRZ weather team. Click HERE to stream WBRZ newscasts live. The state said: "All agency heads are responsible for determining those essential... more »

• Quiet weekend until cold rain and possible mix late Sunday night Play Video

  January 8, 2021 7:32 PM

  Cold and quiet weather is expected this weekend. The new week will begin with a cold rain and possibly some isolated mixing with snowflakes or sleet pellets. However, no impacts are expected as of this writing. The Next 24 Hours: The weekend will begin on a clear and cold... more »

• Freeze bulletins issued for entire WBRZ Weather forecast area Play Video

  November 12, 2019 7:07 AM

  Bitter winds will make for a cold Tuesday. Freezing temperatures and record lows are anticipated on Wednesday morning. LIVE UPDATE HERE A HARD FREEZE WARNING has been issued for Pointe Coupee, West Feliciana, East Feliciana, St. Helena, Iberville, West Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge, Ascension, Livingston and Tangipahoa... more »

• Coldest air in decades expected for Great Lakes Region Play Video

  January 24, 2019 12:53 PM

  Some of the coldest air in 20 to 30 years is expected in the Great Lakes Region by the middle of next week. Computer forecast model guidance is agreeing on low temperatures below -10° with some numbers as extreme as -30° showing up for big cities like Minneapolis and Chicago.... more »

• Bottomed out, gradual warming trend to begin Play Video

  November 15, 2018 7:06 AM

  Clear skies are expected to last through the week. Outdoor plans, including the final LSU home football game are in good shape this weekend. THE FORECAST: Today and Tonight: On Thursday morning, the Baton Rouge area found freezing temperatures for the first time since late January. Sun will... more »

• Plumbers still busy after last week's freeze

  January 22, 2018 8:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Even though temperatures are warming up, area plumbers are still being kept busy from the past week of frigid temperatures. Central Plumbing is pulling out all their assets to recover from the more than 1,000 freeze break calls they received. "It’s been extremely busy, there’s... more »

• Starting the thaw, y'all Play Video

  January 18, 2018 7:13 AM

  Sunshine and 6-9 hours above 32 degrees should allow considerable thawing on Thursday. One more freeze is expected tonight before a milder weekend. A *WIND CHILL ADVISORY* is in place for the entire forecast area until 9am Thursday morning. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur in as little as 45... more »

• Sledding, biking & running Baton Rouge residents embrace the snow

  January 17, 2018 6:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge braced for the dangerous cold for another night Wednesday. But the city thawed out just enough for people to get out and stretch their legs. “We got snow, and we're taking full advantage of it,” said Rebecca Tucker. Tucker may be using a... more »

• Back to the 4 P's, coldest Louisiana Marathon yet Play Video

  January 12, 2018 7:19 AM

  Cold and quiet weather is ahead. With a busy weekend of running in the Capital City, participants and guests of the Louisiana Marathon should plan to bundle up. In addition, Louisiana and Mississippi locals might once again make preparations for the four P’s. Have a warm place for people, pets... more »

• Slidell Police issue warrant for Queen Elsa after record low temps

  January 2, 2018 10:42 AM

  SLIDELL- The Slidell Police Department has issued an arrest warrant for Disney's Queen Elsa after temperatures dipped below freezing for the second day in a row. WWL-TV reports the police department shared the wanted poster offering a $100 million reward for the "dead or alive" capture of the queen... more »

• Rare Baton Rouge area snow to be followed by a freeze Play Video

  December 8, 2017 7:29 AM

  Click HERE to watch a live update on overnight icy conditions. NEW: @NWSNewOrleans issues *HARD FREEZE WARNING* for tonight/tomorrow morning along and north of I-10. Protect people, pets, plants and pipes and be aware of ice on roads. pic.twitter.com/7P4ROVoYRc — WBRZ Weather (@WBRZweather) December 8, 2017 ... more »

• Plumbers busy repairing pipes following freezing temperatures Play Video

  January 9, 2017 5:58 PM

  BATON ROUGE – The recent severe cold weather translated into overtime for plumbers trying to repair damaged pipes. One plumber, Joseph Pickens, said that the company he works with, Tiger Plumbing, received several calls about broken pipes following the freezing temperatures. The company received so many calls, in fact,... more »

• Protecting flooded homes, MHU's from freezing temperatures Play Video

  January 6, 2017 6:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Temperatures are dropping into the 20s this weekend. The cold weather is going to be a problem for people who are still trying to rebuild after the flood as many people still have gutted homes without insulation. It's recommended all water pipes that could be exposed... more »

• Drivers prepare for winter weather conditions across state Play Video

  January 5, 2017 11:47 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE - Residents in four parishes and two Mississippi counties are preparing for freezing conditions while under a winter weather advisory. In East and West Feliciana Parishes, road crews are getting ready for wet roads and freezing temperatures. Black ice could be a big problem for drivers. "Can you... more »