The National Hurricane Center has classified Hurricane Laura as a 'Major Hurricane' with the potential for catastrophic storm surges, extreme winds, and flash flooding. The storm is currently a Category 3 hurricane with potential to reach a Category 4 before making landfall. Not only will this directly impact South Louisiana but could potentially cause damage in North Louisiana as well. The National Weather Storm predicts Laura could reach our area as a Category 1 hurricane and cause flash flooding, tornadoes and wind damage. Check back here for all updates on the storm.
Shreveport Salvation Army Helping in Monroe Area
Local Salvation Army sends help to the Monroe area.
Bossier Sheriff Opens Donation Sites for Aid to Hurricane Victims
He's established three donation centers for the public to drop off various supplies to help residents in the Calcasieu Parish area
UPDATE: What’s the Latest on Getting Power Back on in SBC?
Crews continue to work to get power back on in SBC
Health Department Lists Deaths from Hurricane Laura
More details have been released about the victims of Hurricane Laura
Mega Shelter Opens in Alexandria
Families looking for shelter from the impact of Hurricane Laura are now being directed to a mega shelter in Alexandria.
SWEPCO's Latest: How Many Left? How Much Longer?
SWEPCO's Michael Corbin talks about the massive effort to restore power to ArkLaTex residents still without service.
Want to Help? Here’s a List of Agencies in Need
Here are the agencies that need our help right now in southwest Louisiana.
Mike Johnson: Trump Moving on Disaster Declaration for State
Congressman Mike Johnson talks about President Trump's trip to Louisiana and his reflections on accompanying the Chief Executive on Air Force One.
Where is the Power Still Out Following Hurricane Laura?
Hundreds of thousands of customers were brought back online over the weekend, still, many more remain without power this morning.
14 Deaths Now Attributed to Hurricane Laura in Louisiana
Most of the deaths in the state have been attributed to the misuse of portable generators.