With grounds already drenched, the forecast of possible heavy rainfall over the next few days and a chance for rain over 50% each day for the next 14 days, flooding is a very real possibility.
As Tropical Storm Nicholas is making its way on land into Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana, some Acadiana parishes have opened up sandbag locations.
Due to the heavy rain, more than two dozen roads are closed throughout Lafayette Parish. And as a precaution, sandbags are available for Lafayette Parish residents.
Because of the rising river levels and recent heavy rains, St. Martin Parish President Chester Cedars has declared a State Of Emergency for Lower St. Martin Parish.
Iberia Parish President M. Larry Richard has announced the following sites are open. Residents will need to bring their own shovel and be prepared to fill their own sandbags.