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Flood watches have been posted ahead of a strong weather system that is currently moving across Louisiana. Severe storms are possible and flooding rains are likely.

Most of Louisiana will dance between scattered rain drops today but heavier showers and possibly storms will move through the state later tonight and early Friday. Here's when to expect the worst.

Mother Nature could put a major damper on any outside plans you have for Thanksgiving Day as all of Louisiana has been placed at risk for excessive rainfall.

Drafters of the petition feel that this development would adversely affect drainage and traffic for Youngsville and the surrounding areas.

Heavy rains on the already saturated ground could create flooding issues for many residents of South Louisiana this weekend.

With grounds already drenched, the forecast of possible heavy rainfall over the next few days and a chance for rain over 50% each day for the next 14 days, flooding is a very real possibility.

Too much too quick, that's today's rainfall concern for south Louisiana. Some areas could see over five inches of rain in the next 24 to 36 hours.

Videos and photos show the aftermath of the weather that has left many homes and neighborhoods in dangerous situations.

Heavy rains and rumbles of thunder are making their way across South Louisiana this morning.

Louisiana gardeners need to give Old Man Winter one more weekend before they start sticking new plants in the ground.

Authorities say at least eight deaths were reported in New York City and New Jersey as relentless rain from the remnants of Hurricane Ida sent the New York City area into a state of emergency.

Many roadways are designed to hold water so homes and businesses don't flood during periods of heavy rainfall.

Once the flood waters subside, its time to begin the recovery process, and here are the proper steps to take.

Although this a naturally occurring phenomenon, their recent study projects "every U.S. coast will experience rapidly increasing high-tide floods" as a result.

Fireworks and lightning will both be lighting up the skies this holiday weekend. Here's when you'll want to get out for one and stay in for the other

If you do choose to drive through flooded streets and cause wakes that damage property or worse, you are indeed breaking the law.

It's a good news/bad news scenario. When the rain threat goes down the temperature goes up.

Police are hoping to bring in K-9 units today depending on the weather.

The district cites flooding concerns for the closure.

These damage reports can expedite the flow of federal recovery money to Lafayette and Acadiana following the storms.