Latest information regarding storms affecting the Acadiana area and gulf coast.
La Niña Could Mean 'Super-charged' Hurricane Season for LA, TX
South Louisiana and Southeast Texas are no strangers to active hurricane seasons, and this year's could be more active for the Gulf Coast.
Louisiana, Texas Could Be Facing 'Super-charged' Hurricane Season
Texas and Louisiana could be looking at a "blockbuster" season with a change in weather patterns.
New Study Says Louisiana Prime Target for 'Category 6' Hurricanes
Researchers say that hurricanes are getting so intense, we might just need a whole new category to keep track—and Louisiana is a 'hot spot.'
Louisiana, Texas Coasts Could Face Multiple Hurricanes in 2024
One respected tropical forecast outlet is already suggesting that residents of coastal Louisiana and Texas will face multiple tropical threats in 2024.
Why You Should Place A Quarter in A Frozen Cup Of Water During Freeze
Placing a quarter on top of a frozen cup of water in your freezer during evacuations may be important to you upon returning home after a storm.
Hurricane Center Watching Two Systems South and East of Louisiana
The tropical season for 2023 is not going away quietly with two active areas of potential tropical troubles. Will these affect Louisiana Thanksgiving celebrations?
Caribbean Tropical System Could Become a Threat in the Gulf
Areas of disturbed weather in the southwestern Caribbean Sea could form into a tropical system in the Gulf.
Louisiana Storm Threat Increases as Tropical System Spins in Gulf
A tropical low just south of Louisiana is expected to bring an increased threat of storms and heavy rain to coastal sections of the state later tonight.
Hurricane Center Watching Gulf South of Louisiana for Development
Hurricane forecasters are watching an area of disturbed weather in the Gulf of Mexico south of Louisiana's coastline.
$10K Grants Available to Louisiana Homeowners
Louisiana Citizens Fair Plan policyholders may be eligible for a grant of up to $10,000 under the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program (LFHP). The program is designed to help homeowners repair or replace their roofs to withstand hurricane-force winds and possibly save on insurance costs.
Quiet Gulf Leaves Louisiana Hurricane-Free for Foreseeable Future
There are two systems to keep an eye on, but neither poses a threat to the Gulf at this time.
New Tropical Systems Detected, Too Early to Tell Louisiana Impact
One noted meteorologist says 'There might be something behind Lee that could warrant our interest.'
Hurricane Lee Is This Year's Most Powerful Storm Yet
The strongest hurricane of the 2023 season so far has already hit Category 5 strength and is expected to remain a major storm for the next several days.
Florida Man Reclines, Drinks Beer in Hurricane Idalia Floodwaters
One man in Weeki Wachee, Florida named Bill Stewart said he would try his best to enjoy himself amid the flooding. Stewart took to the internet to show everyone he was enjoying his beer even in a terrible situation.
Idalia Expected to Become Hurricane - What it Means for Louisiana
Tropical Storm Idalia does pose a very unique threat to the Louisiana, a threat that's not normally associated with tropical storms.
Tropical Development in Gulf of Mexico Expected This Weekend
A tropical cyclone is now expected to form in the Gulf of Mexico as early as this weekend. How will the system affect Louisiana? Here's what we know.
New Tropical Trouble for Louisiana? We're Watching the Gulf
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an area of disturbed weather south of Louisiana that could become the next named tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico.
Tropical Storm Harold to Continue Along Texas Border on Wednesday
Tropical Storm Harold made landfall in southeastern Texas, and will be dropping plenty of rain over the next day along the state's border with Mexico.
Tropical Storm Harold Forms South of Louisiana in Gulf of Mexico
The storm system in the Gulf of Mexico south of Louisiana's coast has earned the name Harold. It's expected to make landfall in Texas this morning.
Southeastern Texas Preparing for Tropical Storm to Make Landfall
The storm system, which is likely to become Tropical Storm Harold by tomorrow morning, is currently aimed at the southeast corner of Texas.