tropical weather

The Gulf South is getting a bit of a breather from tropical weather but that could change as we are still near the peak of the tropical season in Louisiana.

The tropical Atlantic Basin remains very active. So far the prognosis for Louisiana and the Gulf of Mexico looks pretty good but that could certainly change.

One extreme meteorologist went straight into the storm as it made landfall in Matagorda Beach, Texas.

A strengthening tropical wave could bring rainfall amounts of 10 inches or more to some parts of South Louisiana next week.

A tropical wave is expected to move into the Gulf of Mexico early next week. Forecasters say there is a potential for further development.

The same bit of ocean that gave birth to Ida and Mindy is now being watched for potential tropical development over the weekend.

Forecasters are keeping their eyes on a system that is almost due south of Lafayette this morning. Here's where they think it will go next.

The Gulf of Mexico is being monitored for tropical development later next week.

Houma residents say the area looks like a "war zone."

Leaders in both parishes are thankful the storm's fury missed them.

Franklin's mayor says he's grateful.

Volunteers are asked to bring four days of food and clothes, as well as chainsaws and gasoline if they can.