UPDATED BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 577 in Madison Parish rescheduled to May 2nd

MADISON PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Due to projected inclement weather on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, LA 577 over the Sutt Bayou bridge has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 2, 2026. According to officials, the closure will last approximately one week. All vehicles will have to use a different route, with signs being posted along the […]

Morning Forecast – Wednesday, April 29th

WEST MONROE, LA. (KTVE/KARD) — A few patchy storms popped up overnight but have been exiting off the east along I-20 into Mississippi. More rain and t-storms are expected later today with another isolated severe weather risk. High winds, hail, and a tornado or two will be possible. Flash flooding concerns may also be on the rise as widespread rain continues through Friday.

20 inches of rain leads to major flooding in Ouachita Parish on April 29, 1991

One of the worst floods in Ouachita Parish began on April 29, 1991. Almost 20 inches of rain fell causing an already rising Ouachita River to rise to 50.48 feet, well above the flood stage of 40 feet.

KNOE Monday Morning Forecast with Meteorologist Abby Ezell

KNOE Monday Morning Forecast with Meteorologist Abby Ezell.

Threat of severe weather across the ArkLaMiss today and tomorrow

Widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected in the evening, tapering off after midnight. Damaging wind gusts, hail, and tornadoes will be possible with any severe storm. Have ways to receive alerts! Rain chances will linger through Friday.

Experts give advice on tornado safety during spring

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Tornado season is underway across the ArkLaMiss, and local officials are urging residents to review safety plans now, rather than before the next warning goes out. Rodger McConnell, the director of the Office of Homeland Security for Ouachita Parish, said preparation can save critical time when...

Ruston was hit with an EF-3 Tornado on April 25, 2019

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Just before 2 a.m. on April 25, 2019, an EF-3 Tornado ripped through Ruston. The storm hit on the southwest side and worked its way through town killing two people. Kendra Butler and her 14-year-old son Remington died when a tree hit their home. An estimated...

More rain and storms expected this week

Storms continue Wednesday with drier weather expected on Thursday. Rain and storms returning Friday and continuing into the overnight hours.

Ruston was hit with an EF-3 Tornado on April 25, 2019

The tornado tracked 6.68 miles across Ruston with winds up to 206 mph, causing about $20 million in damage and leaving the city without power for two days. “Ruston Strong” became the rallying cry through recovery.

Severe storms possible Tuesday afternoon through overnight across North Louisiana

RUSTON, La. — North Louisiana is expected to face another round of unsettled weather Tuesday into early Wednesday, with forecasters warning that severe thunderstorms could bring large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes. The greatest threat in North Louisiana is expected mainly Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday night, with the highest...

KNOE Late Saturday Evening Forecast with Meteorologist Abby Ezell

KNOE Late Saturday Evening Forecast with Meteorologist Abby Ezell.

KNOE Friday Afternoon Forecast with Meteorologist Abby Ezell

KNOE Friday Afternoon Forecast with Meteorologist Abby Ezell.

Monroe Drought Update as of 4-23-26

Well Below Normal for Rain for Monroe

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - We are in desperate need of rain. Based on information from the National Weather Service, the city of Monroe is more than 10 inches below normal for rainfall since the beginning of 2026. This is the case for the ArkLaMiss as a whole, as well. The...

Public meeting April 23 in Ringgold on the NW Louisiana Earthquake Situation

The Sheriff of Bienville Parish and citizens in Northwest Louisiana will host a public meeting on the topic of Earthquakes on Thursday April 23 at 6 p.m. at the Ringgold High School Cafeteria in Ringgold. This meeting follows one last month by Red River Parish Emergency officials, and will address prevention and policy issues as well as Pipeline Protocol.

West Carroll Parish residents affected by winter storm eligible for disaster recovery loans

West Carroll Parish residents are now eligible for recovery loans for damage caused by the winter storm that hit the area. The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to Louisiana businesses, nonprofits and residents affected by the Louisiana severe winter storm. The SBA issued...