Large fish-kill events were reported in several areas that these storms ravished, depleting whole populations of fish and virtually destroying some habitats.
Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory and administrations of all municipalities in Lafayette Parish are encouraging residents to voluntary evacuate ahead of the storm's arrival.
As Hurricane Delta takes aim at the Louisiana coast and all of Acadiana, the Lafayette Parish School System announces it will close all schools and facilities on Thursday and Friday.
Travelers on Delta Air Lines are facing more delays, cancellations and headaches as the Atlanta-based airline struggles with its computer systems for the third straight day.