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Lunch at two local schools tomorrow.

Goodwill of Acadiana tells us that they will hold a special shopping day Wednesday, August 17 for those affected by the recent floods.

A number of communities are still recovering from last weekend's flood and now some school districts are closing schools for Tuesday, August 16.

The Louisiana State Police have a warning for everyone affected by the flood and that will be working with FEMA officials in the upcoming days.

The city of Opelousas has opened a shelter for those that have been displaced due to recent floods.

State officials believe a federal disaster declaration is imminent for portions of South Louisiana that were affected by the rising water. Here's what you need to be doing to expedite assistance for your family.

The Vermilion River at Lafayette has reached its crest. The Mermantau continues to rise and push backwater flooding into many communities.

Because of the recent flooding the state of Louisiana has authorized emergency food and grocery benefits for those affected by the high water.

Louisiana man gets really emotional while walking through his flooded home.

A photo was taken here in Acadiana and it should give all of us hope after the catastrophic flood of 2016.

One of the most important things needed in disaster situations like we have in South Louisiana is contact information. Who do you call to report damage? Who do you call for help? How do you even begin to recover? There is certain protocol for recovery and for reporting damage, and below is who to call for every Parish in Louisiana.

Our friend J.C. Webb has provided us with some amazing pictures from the rising waters in Crowley and Rayne so you can really get a visual as to what the situation is there.

UPDATE: The Ragin' Cajuns Football team will be helping the Youngsville flood victims tomorrow night.

Our friends at Houselogic have some very important tips for navigating the maze after a disastrous flood.

The Eunice Police Department has a stern warning for parents---Do Not let your kids play in the flood water.

Mark Hudspeth's Ragin' Cajuns want to help out the flood victims by providing man power.

Louisiana Gov. Jon Bel Edwards visited Lafayette to on Monday to asses the damage caused by the recent flood and he took time after his assessment to address the media.

What exactly happened when over 20 inches of rain was dumped on us? Meteorologists are calling it a 'Monsoon Depression'.

Disaster Relief Training Tonight, Supplies Available at Bayou Church

Our friends at betoxinfree.com have some tips to help you start the cleanup of your home safely after a flood.