Lafayette Parish and Municipality Sandbag LocationsLafayette Parish and Municipality Sandbag LocationsLafayette Consolidated Government has announced sandbag locations as Acadiana braces for a week of relentless rain.Michael Dot ScottMichael Dot Scott
Diners Casually Continue Eating While Sitting in Water as Local Restaurant Floods in Lake CharlesDiners Casually Continue Eating While Sitting in Water as Local Restaurant Floods in Lake CharlesPeople in Lake Charles are clearly used to flooding and this viral video is literal proof.DJ DigitalDJ Digital
How Close Is The Red River To Flood Stage In Shreveport?How Close Is The Red River To Flood Stage In Shreveport?After heavy rains in the region over the last few weeks, the Red River appears high in Shreveport. But how close is it to flooding?Greg AtomsGreg Atoms
Numerous Lafayette Parish Road Closures Due to FloodingNumerous Lafayette Parish Road Closures Due to FloodingIt's going to be another soggy workday around Acadiana, and due to overnight showers, we already have numerous road closures due to flooding.Michael Dot ScottMichael Dot Scott
Heavy Rain, Severe Threat to Linger in Louisiana One More DayHeavy Rain, Severe Threat to Linger in Louisiana One More DayMore severe storms with heavy rain are forecast for much of the state today but the end to the inclement weather is in sight. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Flooding a Growing Concern in South Louisiana TodayFlooding a Growing Concern in South Louisiana TodayFlood watches and warnings have been extended for South Louisiana at least through Saturday as more heavy rain is in the forecast. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Heavy Rain, Severe Weather Threat Continues Today in AcadianaHeavy Rain, Severe Weather Threat Continues Today in AcadianaThe Lafayette airport received over two inches of rain yesterday, another two inches or more could be falling between today and Thursday. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Acadiana Parishes Receive Flood Mitigation FundingAcadiana Parishes Receive Flood Mitigation FundingFour parishes will receive part of a $163 million dollar award.Ian AuzenneIan Auzenne
Lafayette Residents Question Flood Prevention PlanLafayette Residents Question Flood Prevention PlanOpponents say the retention pond plan won't lead to significant water level reductions.Ian AuzenneIan Auzenne
FEMA Grant to Raise Homes in Erath on Hold for NowFEMA Grant to Raise Homes in Erath on Hold for NowThe over $2.2 million dollar grant still needs approval from Housing and Urban Development before city officials will go through with the project. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
More Tropical Rains Today, Cooler Weather Coming Next WeekMore Tropical Rains Today, Cooler Weather Coming Next WeekToday's sound of dripping rain could be replaced next week by the clanging of gumbo pots as cooler weather is forecast for the area. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Videos Show Houston Highway, Roads Closed Due To High Water From TS BetaVideos Show Houston Highway, Roads Closed Due To High Water From TS BetaTropical Storm Beta is already causing a mess in the Houston area.DJ DigitalDJ Digital
TS Beta Makes Landfall, Flooding Rains Possible in AcadianaTS Beta Makes Landfall, Flooding Rains Possible in AcadianaThe slow-moving system could bring several inches of rain to South Louisiana over the next few days. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Water Still Rising in Vermilion Parish [PHOTOS]Water Still Rising in Vermilion Parish [PHOTOS]The prevalent winds are still coming from the south/southwest and, as they do, they are pulling water from the Gulf of Mexico inland. JayCeeJayCee
FEMA Guidelines for Post Storm Debris RemovalFEMA Guidelines for Post Storm Debris RemovalAs you begin storm cleanup please keep these guidelines in mind to help the process go more smoothly. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Water Filled Streets Common Across AcadianaWater Filled Streets Common Across AcadianaMany people in Acadiana will be waking up to scenes similar to this following Hurricane Laura's landfall. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Farm Bureau Opens Hay Clearing House for Storm Affected FarmsFarm Bureau Opens Hay Clearing House for Storm Affected FarmsIt's one way that farmers and ranchers in other parts of the state can help those farm families affected by Hurricane Laura. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Louisiana Residents Advised to Check Insurance for Storm SeasonLouisiana Residents Advised to Check Insurance for Storm SeasonRight now there is a window of opportunity for you to increase or add to your current policy. It might be a good idea to consider during this very active storm season. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Dredging the Vermilion River Costs Would Exceed $150 MillionDredging the Vermilion River Costs Would Exceed $150 MillionA big price tag with very little benefit is how an Army Corps of Engineers study views the idea of dredging the Vermilion River. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Lafayette Council Gives Go-Ahead to Develop Flood PlansLafayette Council Gives Go-Ahead to Develop Flood PlansWe should have an idea by the first of August what direction Lafayette's flood mitigation plans will be heading.Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells