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Lafayette clears pump stations ahead of weekend flood threat
As forecasters track a tropical system expected to bring heavy rainfall and possible flooding to parts of the Gulf Coast this weekend, Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) drainage crews are working behind the scenes to ensure the city's flood-control infrastructure is ready if/when the rain arrives. One of those efforts recently took place at the River Oaks pump station off Surrey Street near the Vermilion River , where drainage crews performed routine maintenance on equipment designed to move stormwater away from neighborhoods during heavy rain events. LCG regularly inspects and maintains the River Oaks facility, one of five pump stations. The station serves areas near the River Oaks and Oakbourne subdivisions and plays a key role in moving stormwater into the Vermilion River. The station's two large sump pumps do essential, largely unseen work: pulling stormwater away from surrounding neighborhoods and safely routing it into the Vermilion River through a fully automated process that activates during rain events. Each pump measures 42 inches in diameter and is powered by a 500-horsepower natural gas engine. Each pump can remove 50,000 gallons of water per minute, helping drain about 101 acres into the Vermilion River. While inspections occur weekly, officials say maintenance is
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‘Hurricane season isn’t over’: Gen. Russel Honoré urges Louisiana residents to stay prepared as tropical storm strengthens
While the Baton Rouge area is expected to avoid the worst impacts of Tropical Storm Isaias, emergency officials are reminding Louisiana residents that hurricane season is far from over.
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Storm chances continue Sunday with heavy rainfall possible
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – Showers will continue overnight as warm and humid air lingers around the area. Most rain will be very light, though there could be a few pockets of heavy rainfall through Sunday morning. Temperatures will drop into the 70s. Sunday begins with a few showers and temperatures in the 80s. By the afternoon, widespread rain is expected for most of Acadiana with areas of heavy rainfall. Highs will be in the mid 80s.
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It's October! When forecasts predict Louisiana will see 50 degrees
Fall officially began on Sept. 22, and temperatures are, slowly but surely, finally starting to cool down in Louisiana . While Louisiana is still holding on to warmer temperatures, the state will see cooler weather in the coming weeks. Here's when lows will finally reach into the 70s, with lows dipping into the 50s. When will low temperatures reach 50 degrees in Shreveport? In Shreveport, high temperatures will range between the upper 80s and 70s for October, while lows will be within the 60s during the beginning of the month, dropping to the lower 50s by the end of the month. Here are the days when the weather is forecast to be cooler, according to AccuWeather's long range forecast: Oct. 18: 82 degrees during the day, 59 degrees at night Oct. 19: 78 degrees, 53 degrees Oct. 20: 78 degrees, 54 degrees Oct. 21: 73 degrees, 52 degrees Oct. 22: 74 degrees 55 degrees Oct. 23: 79 degrees, 55 degrees When will low temperatures reach 50 degrees in Alexandria? During October, temperatures in Alexandria will decrease to highs in the 80s and 70s, with lows in the 60s and 50s. Here are the days when the weather is expected to
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Storms likely Saturday, Flood threat through weekend
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – Saturday will start with quiet and humid conditions around Acadiana. Temperatures will warm quickly through the 80s by midday. Storms form after lunchtime and become widespread during the afternoon hours. At times, rainfall will be very heavy and could cause flooding in areas. The UL Homecoming parade at 11 a.m., temperatures will be in the 80s with only an isolated shower. For tailgating activities, heavy rainfall will be possible at times, especially earlier in the evening. The game itself should see quieter weather with temperatures in the 70s and rain chances ending.
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Thunderstorms could bring heavy rains, flooding to Louisiana this weekend. See timing, forecast.
It’s looking like it’ll be a wet weekend across much of south Louisiana, and some outdoor events that were slated for the first few days of October are being rescheduled as locals brace for days of thunderstorms and potentially flooding rains. Weather forecasters on Wednesday said they expect...
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Higher chance of rain this weekend, cold front next week
Thursday will be hot and humid with isolated showers and storms possible. Highs will be in the low 90s. Expect a good chance of rain Friday and over the weekend. 1-3″ of rainfall will be possible. Highs will be in the upper 80s and lows will be in the low 70s. There is a low risk for localized flash flooding but we are not expecting a widespread threat nor will it rain throughout the entire day on Saturday and Sunday.