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By 2050, Hurricane Katrina Could Happen Every Two Years

Michael Scott — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:18:56 +0000

We’re no strangers to hurricanes here in South Louisiana, so when I saw this news, I was a little alarmed. A new climate model shows the frequency of huge hurricanes skyrocketing as the planet warms. Researcher Aslak Grinsted “We have probably crossed the threshold where Katrina magnitude hurricane surges are more likely caused by global [...]

Want A Deer Camp? How About An Inflatable One That Is Made Of Concrete? [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 09:36:50 +0000

The best thing about this concrete structure is that it is inflatable. You only need to spread it out and attach a small leaf blower to bring the structure to its full size and height.

When Science Goes Wrong, Way Wrong

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 13:41:30 +0000

A short video about science that doesn't quite work out. Wait for it, it's worth it.

Donate To Sandy Recovery During CMA Awards Tonight

Stephanie Crist — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:14:06 +0000

Red Cross donations will be sought for Hurricane Sandy recovery during tonight's Country Music Association Awards, live on ABC at 7:00 PM.

After Sandy, a Major Above-Ground Rat Invasion May Be Next for New York

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 09:55:02 +0000

If you've spent time in New York City, you've seen your share of rats. The most common place to spot the unpopular rodents is in the city's subways. Thanks to Hurricane Sandy, many of the subway tunnels are currently flooded, leaving the rats nowhere to go but up.

And according to experts, they will have no problem doing so.

Gangs Plan Hurricane Looting Via Twitter

Stephanie Crist — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 20:47:22 +0000

Gangs are organizing looting sprees after Hurricane Sandy via the social networking site Twitter.

Photos of Hurricane Sandy Flood Social Media Sites

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:13:02 +0000

Photos of Hurricane Sandy flooded social media sites throughout the day Monday, with Facebook, Instagram and Twitter users in the storm’s path posting dramatic photos of waves, flooding and downed trees. (Some are fake, by the way.) The outer bands of the hurricane brought strong winds, heavy rains and storm surges to the Jersey Shore [...]

Fake Hurricane Sandy Photos That Have Gone Viral – Don't Be Fooled!

DJ Digital — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:49:07 +0000

Hurricane Sandy hasn't even hit the northeastern coast at full strength yet, and I'm already seeing fake photos on Facebook. It never fails. These types of fake imagery appear every time there is a flood, a storm, or any other type of natural disaster. It's almost as bad as the fake celeb deaths on Twitter!

Hurricane Sandy Spinning Toward East Coast

Joe Student — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 06:15:05 +0000

New York, New Jersey and other coastal states announced evacuations of citizens living in low-lying coastal areas on Sunday, as Hurricane Sandy and an accompanying storm surge threatened the East Coast of the United States. The National Hurricane Center plotted the center of the storm 300 miles southeast of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on Sunday night. [...]

5 Hurricanes That Are Actually Pretty Cool

Chris Chaberski — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 16:20:28 +0000

1. The Cocktail: This New Orleans drink made from rum and fruit juices was invented by Pat O’Brien in the 1940s. Interestingly, O’Brien only concocted it because he needed to get rid of a lot of excess rum. He even gave them away for free to visiting sailors. The drink is now a staple of Mardi Gras and Cajun-flavored parties across the country.

Remembering Hurricane Rita [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 10:52:40 +0000

Rita came ashore very near the Louisiana Texas line but her effects reached far beyond the point of landfall. In coastal parishes of Acadiana storm surge washed over cities, towns, farms and highways. Entire coastal cities where houses and camps one stood had been reduced to foundations and frames.

A Break From The Heat This Weekend

Bruce Mikells — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 10:01:24 +0000

A late summer cool front is expected to push through the Acadiana area late in the day on Saturday bringing cooler temperatures and less humidity.

Amie Lynn From North Carolina Weighs In On Hurricane Isaac Coming Into New Orleans

Michael Scott — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:28:08 +0000
First of all, there’s some pretty spicy language in the rant below, so reader discretion is advised. The great thing about Facebook is you can share your opinion with anyone and everyone. The bad thing about Facebook is your opinion is shared with anyone and everyone. Take Amie Lynn from North Carolina. She just wanted [...]

Hurricane Sex Change? Why It Wouldn't Be Named Isaac Jr.

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:37:41 +0000

You may have heard rumblings or seen on Facebook stories about the "Spawn of Isaac" forming in the Gulf of Mexico. Here is why it wouldn't be named Isaac and why we don't think you have anything to worry about.

Volunteers Still Needed For Isaac Cleanup

Stephanie Crist — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 22:01:46 +0000

Volunteer Louisiana is looking for your help in the aftermath of Hurricane Isaac-Plenty of opportunities to help our friends and neighbors in Louisiana!

Isaac Washes Up Thousands of Dead Nutria

Stephanie Crist — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 20:23:19 +0000

Haz Mat crews have been dispatched to Mississippi beaches to clean up thousands of dead nutria who have washed up after Hurricane Isaac.

Pictures of Isaac's Destruction in South Louisiana

Jude Walker — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 15:50:24 +0000
Isaac has pretty much moved on out of the Acadiana area and overall we came out pretty good. However, there were some areas that received some damage including snapped trees and tree limbs, roof damage, downed power lines and more. Here’s a collection of pictures posted on Facebook and sent in to us over the [...]

School And Other Closures for Lafayette and Acadiana Area [Updated]

Sam Stokes — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:15:41 +0000

(Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)

The following schools will be closing due to anticipated severe weather:

Schools:

Lafayette Parish will be closed Thursday.

Diocese of Lafayette announced all Catholic schools throughout the eight civ

Humor In A Hurricane? – Facebook Provides The Laughs

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:59:57 +0000

We all have those overly dramatic friends that post even the smallest aspects of their existence as if it were major breaking news. Nothing brings out the drama on Facebook like a hurricane.

Hurricane Isaac – As Seen From Space

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:03:05 +0000

Here is incredible video from an amazing vantage point of the storm that affected so many of us yesterday.