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• Officials say many roads still icy, motorists urged to avoid driving if possible

  February 19, 2021 9:39 AM

  BATON ROUGE - State officials urged motorists to avoid getting behind the wheel if possible on Friday (Feb. 19) morning, due to the high chance of encountering ice on certain major roadways. The Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) issued a news release Friday morning, stating, "The Louisiana Department... more »

• Livingston officials warn of downed trees, icy roads

  February 15, 2021 7:48 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - Dangerous weather conditions due to freezing temperatures have resulted in the closure of River Road between Florida Boulevard and Government Drive due to multiple downed trees. In addition to this, the Denham Springs Police Department says Colyell Bridge and Amite River Bridge are passable as of... more »

• Freezing temps lead to icy roads, leave thousands without power in EBR Play Video

  February 15, 2021 6:14 AM

  BATON ROUGE - As Louisiana finds itself in the grip of a winter storm, icy weather conditions have led to statewide closures and power outages. As of 8:48 a.m., Monday (Feb. 15), just over 24,000 are reportedly without power across the state. At the moment, the majority of... more »