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Army Corps Officials Watching Rising River Closely
The river has been swollen from heavy rains further north. Now a tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico is expected to push it even higher.
Gov. Edwards Declares State of Emergency
The system will likely produce storm surge, hurricane-force winds and up to 15 inches of rain across the state.
7 Interesting Videos Showing Ways To Protect Your Home Or Business From Floods [Watch]
Sure, some of these are just too costly for the average person to have access to when it starts to flood, but, Cajuns are among the most inventive people on Earth. I wanted to wrangle these ideas in hopes of sparking a conversation that might lead to something.
Storm To Likely Make Landfall As Hurricane
Landfall expected between Cameron and Lower Vermilion Parishes
Storms Cause Major Flooding In New Orleans [VIDEO]
As Acadiana braces for a very wet weekend, our neighbors to the east of us in New Orleans are currently battling a serious flooding issue.
Hurricane Hunter Aircraft To Fly Into Gulf System Today
Hurricane Hunter aircraft will fly into the system this afternoon. That should help forecasters get a better handle on where the system will likely track.
Dead zone and algae bloom could be impacted by tropical disturbance
The tropical development that could bring large amounts of rainfall to Louisiana later this week could have a mitigating impact on the Gulf of Mexico’s algae bloom.
Where to find sandbags in Acadiana
Several parishes throughout Acadiana have announced where residents can get sandbags.
Where To Find Sandbags In Lafayette Parish
You do need to bring your own shovel and bag the sand yourself.
Tropical Depression Likely In Northern Gulf By Wednesday
The storm system is expected to affect South Louisiana by Friday. The threat of Gusty winds and the potential for flooding rains will exist through the weekend.
Hurricane Preparation List
Hurricane season is June 1 - November 30. If you live on the Gulf Coast, it's always best to be prepared.
Tropical Formation In The Gulf Likely This Week
Forecasters say the probability of a tropical cyclone forming in the northern Gulf is now at 70%
Tropical Forecasters Watching Northern Gulf For Development
Some forecast models suggest a tropical system could develop and bring very heavy rain to the Northern Gulf by the middle of next week.