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Storms Cause Major Flooding In New Orleans [VIDEO]
As Acadiana braces for a very wet weekend, our neighbors to the east of us in New Orleans are currently battling a serious flooding issue.
Hurricane Hunter Aircraft To Fly Into Gulf System Today
Hurricane Hunter aircraft will fly into the system this afternoon. That should help forecasters get a better handle on where the system will likely track.
Dead zone and algae bloom could be impacted by tropical disturbance
The tropical development that could bring large amounts of rainfall to Louisiana later this week could have a mitigating impact on the Gulf of Mexico’s algae bloom.
Lafayette Parish Preparing For Barry; Extra Sandbag Location Added
Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) officials say they are meeting with state and local emergency personnel to plan for the storm as well as recovery efforts.
Where To Find Sandbags In Lafayette Parish
You do need to bring your own shovel and bag the sand yourself.
Tropical Depression Likely In Northern Gulf By Wednesday
The storm system is expected to affect South Louisiana by Friday. The threat of Gusty winds and the potential for flooding rains will exist through the weekend.
Tropical Formation In The Gulf Likely This Week
Forecasters say the probability of a tropical cyclone forming in the northern Gulf is now at 70%
Tropical Forecasters Watching Northern Gulf For Development
Some forecast models suggest a tropical system could develop and bring very heavy rain to the Northern Gulf by the middle of next week.