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WAFB
The next round of storms could arrive this week
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Iberia Parish officials clear roads after storm damage
UPDATE 8/22 2:30 p.m.: Iberia Parish experienced high gust of winds, with about reported 67 miles per hour winds at the airport, power outages, and trees falling on houses. According to the Iberia Parish President M. Larry Richard, about 4400 residents were out of power. "The plan now for the...
KLFY.com
Strong storms possible Monday afternoon
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – Showers and thunderstorms will come to an end through the evening with partly cloudy skies lingering through the night. Temperatures fall to near 80. Monday will start with dry and sunny conditions, allowing temperatures to climb quickly into the 90s. Afternoon highs will be near 100 with feels-like temperatures around 110. A HEAT ADVISORY will be in place for the area. Storms develop to our east and look to swing westward into Acadiana during the afternoon and evening. These storms may pack a punch and severe weather will be possible. Strong winds, hail, heavy rain, and frequent lightning will be possible with these storms.
kadn.com
High Storm Chances Mid to Late Week
We are under a heat advisory tonight until 8 pm Sunday, with another heat advisory issued for Monday. Afternoon highs will again climb near 100, making for maximum apparent temperatures ranging from the 100-110 range. Temperatures will remain above average through Tuesday before returning nearer to normal through the second half of the week.
kadn.com
Excessive heat forces recess, PE changes at Cathedral Carmel School in Lafayette
Extreme heat across Acadiana is forcing Cathedral Carmel School in Lafayette to change recess and physical education routines as students return for the new school year. Temperatures have pushed the heat index to between 108 and 114 degrees in recent days, according to school staff, prompting teachers and coaches to closely monitor students during outdoor activities. During a morning recess in late August, students at Cathedral Carmel had the option to play on the field and courts or stay in the shade.
kadn.com
Parts of Acadiana issue burn bans
Ongoing hot, dry conditions have prompted outdoor burn bans in Acadia and Jeff Davis parishes as officials work to prevent wildfires across Acadiana. The burn bans do not apply to farmers, but they do apply to residents. Acadia Parish Fire District 4 Fire Chief Harral Johnson explained that staying safe starts with a few simple steps.
WAFB
Hot Monday with a Level 2 severe storm risk by afternoon
WAFB
Heat Advisory in effect Sunday; strong storms possible by evening
KPLC TV
Burn bans issued in five SWLA parishes as dry conditions continue
SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA (KPLC) - Due to an increase in dry conditions, most of Southwest Louisiana is under a burn ban until further notice. Jeff Davis announced a parishwide burn ban Monday morning, while Vernon, Calcasieu and Allen parishes made posts on social media Wednesday. Beauregard announced its ban Thursday morning.
wgno.com
Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8PM Friday
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect for parts of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi as thunderstorms become increasingly likely this afternoon. The watch includes areas north of Interstate 12, including Baton Rouge, as well as portions of the Northshore and south Mississippi. The...
kadn.com
Acadiana storms bring 76 mph winds, widespread power outages
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Severe thunderstorms moved through much of Acadiana, bringing high winds, hail, and lightning that left more than 20,000 homes without power. Most parishes in the area experienced at least one Severe Thunderstorm Warning, with some parishes seeing multiple warnings as the storms moved through the region.
KLFY.com
Severe Weather Possible This Evening & Dangerous Heat This Weekend…
Strong to severe storms will be possible this evening with damaging winds being the main threat. Storms are possible over the weekend. The better rain chances will be Saturday. Highs will be in the upper 90s to low 100s. The heat index will be between 105°-110°. We will see a chance of storms each day next week with the better chances for the middle half of the week. Highs will be in the mid to upper 90s.
wbrz.com
Students, teachers affected by Tropical Storm Arthur may qualify for FEMA assistance
BATON ROUGE — Students and teachers whose homes and personal property were damaged by Tropical Storm Arthur qualify for FEMA disaster assistance, officials said Thursday. Those students and teachers affected by the June storm in Avoyelles, Lafourche, Pointe Coupee, St. Landry, St. Tammany and Terrebonne parishes may qualify for assistance for other disaster-caused expenses, such as essential personal property losses.
kadn.com
Extreme heat, scattered storms expected today
Today brings extreme heat across central and southwest Louisiana, including the Lafayette area, with high temperatures expected to reach the upper 90s, feeling like over 110 degrees. An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for some areas, while others remain under a Heat Advisory until tonight. These conditions are significantly hotter than normal for this time of year, posing a risk for heat-related illnesses.