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What You Should Know About Tornadoes and How You Can Help Oklahoma Victims

Jill McCoy — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:31:02 +0000

As you know, the Oklahoma tornadoes which swept through Moore, Oklahoma yesterday afternoon only left destruction and devastation in it's path. I can't imagine what all of the tornado victims are going through. Some people are left with only the shirts on their backs. There are some things everyone should know about tornadoes and some great ways to help the Oklahoma tornado victims.

Tornadoes – What Your Kids Need To Know To Stay Safe

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:02:59 +0000

With school soon to be dismissing for Summer break many kids will be at home alone or with sitters. Would your kids know what to do if severe weather threatened while you were miles away at work? We hope you will never need these suggestions but we do hope that you will take a moment to go over them with your children. A little preparation today could be the life saving difference of tomorrow.

Tornado Victim Finds Lost Dog While Being Interviewed [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:21:54 +0000

A heartwarming story of survival and friendship captured during a live television interview.

The Frightening Birth Of The Oklahoma Tornado [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:12:42 +0000

The birth of a killer is captured on video from just outside of Newcastle, Oklahoma.

2013 Hurricane Names Have Been Released For Upcoming 2013 Hurricane Season

Michael Scott — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:44:45 +0000

The 2013 Hurricane season is just about here, and the names have just been released for the upcoming season. Here’s to hoping we never meet any of these people/storms Andrea Barry Chantal Dorian Erin Fernand Gabrielle Humberto Ingrid Jerry Karen Lorenzo Melissa Nestor Olga Pablo Rebekah Sebastien Tanya Van Wendy *Sandy was retired in 2012 [...]

Lafayette Weather – Stormy Start To Weekend

Bruce Mikells — Fri, 10 May 2013 07:00:09 +0000

Severe thunderstorms are pushing through the heart of Acadiana this morning.

Lafayette Weather – Better Bring A Jacket One Last Time

Bruce Mikells — Fri, 03 May 2013 09:49:41 +0000

Yesterday afternoon Lafayette's weather was teasing us with a hint of Summer. The air was humid, the clouds were intermingled with breaks of blue sky and every now and then it would rain. Things are very different as you get your day started today.

Lafayette Weather – Last Day Of Festival, Carrie Underwood, and The Week Ahead

Bruce Mikells — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:59:36 +0000

Changes are coming to the Lafayette weather forecast but they most likely won't affect the area until Tuesday. The current radar scan shows a little shower activity on shore in South Louisiana with more widespread rain over the Gulf of Mexico.

This is part of a low pressure system that is sliding south of the area and it could kick up some rain for t

Lafayette Weather – Festival Week Forecast

Bruce Mikells — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 11:30:57 +0000

The outlook for the heart of Festival International, Thursday through Sunday, appears to be better than average.

Unbelievable Flying Fence Attacks Woman [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 15:36:04 +0000

A stroll along side a construction site turns comical when a gust a wind sends a woman and a fence flying.

Lafayette Weather – Storms Tonight, Great Weekend Ahead

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:02:07 +0000

Will you be needing your umbrella to get to your car to drive home tonight? We've got the forecast for today and your weekend.

Lafayette Weather – Quiet Week Ahead

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:52:30 +0000

The Lafayette weather for the upcoming work week is going to be relatively quiet. The thunderstorms of early Sunday morning have long since passed and fog might be the bigger issue for the commute to work and scho

Lafayette Weather – Severe Storms Possible Tonight

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:21:15 +0000

It looks like the heaviest storms will move through the area this evening into the early morning hours of Thursday.

Lafayette Weather – Windy, Warm With Storms On The Way

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 08:51:51 +0000

Lafayette’s weather has been a roller coaster ride of up and down temperatures mixed in with occasional bouts of thunderstorms. I hope you’re not tired of the ride because we have more the roller coaster in the forecast for this week. Today’s weather, according to Dave Baker, will be windy and quite warm. It is [...]

Lafayette Weather – Rain Continues

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 07:18:47 +0000

It looks like a rainy day in South Louisiana. The good news is the weekend weather is looking very nice.

Lafayette Weather – Rain Likely By Tonight, Storms Possible Tomorrow

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 09:45:31 +0000

You might want your umbrella for later today, tonight and especially tomorrow. Much cooler weather is forecast for later in the week.

Lafayette Weather – Severe Storms Possible This Afternoon

Bruce Mikells — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 17:49:28 +0000

A severe thunderstorm watch has been posted for much of Acadiana until 8pm tonight.

Lafayette Weather – A Wet Easter Weekend Possible

Bruce Mikells — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 14:54:41 +0000

Will you need an umbrella to hunt eggs or go to church Sunday ? We've got the answer and what to expect for the upcoming work week as well.

Lafayette Weather – Rain Saturday, Cooler Sunday

Bruce Mikells — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 09:28:50 +0000

Rain and some thunderstorms are possible Saturday afternoon. Much cooler weather returns to the area on Sunday with a nice forecast for the following week.

Spring is in the Air

Jill McCoy — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 19:34:08 +0000

Today, Wednesday, March 20, 2013 is the first day of Spring! I love this season because it brings more daylight, warmer temperatures and beautiful flowers. Spring is also known as “Spring Equinox” because there is equal amount of day and night. However, there are a couple of downsides to Spring. Unstable weather may occur more [...]