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.
2 Caddo Schools Remain Closed Because of No Power
2 Caddo schools won't be opening back up today. Here's the status of other school districts, too.
Thousands Still without Power in Northwest Louisiana
Swepco crews are working to get all power restored as soon as possible.
Guillory Administration Won’t Offer Shelter To Evacuees As Long As Protesters Present ‘Serious Threat’
Mayor-President Josh Guillory's administration is advising local volunteer organizations to halt any efforts to shelter evacuees from Hurricane Laura due to recent protests that they describe as a "serious threat."
UPDATED: Numbers to Call to Get Help in Lake Charles with Clean Up
Find out how you can get crews to your home to help with clean up.
Watch Acts of Kindness as People Help Others
In the aftermath of tragedy we always seen the best in humanity and that is happening over and over again in the Lake Charles community.
President to Lake Charles Residents: “We Will Take Care of You”
Watch the President's visit to Lake Charles and his remarks to residents devastated by the storm.
Inmates from Southwest Louisiana Being Moved to Shreveport
Because of a water outage at a lockup in southwest Louisiana, dozens of inmates are being moved to the Caddo Correctional Center in Shreveport.
President Trump Travels To Lake Charles To Survey Damage
The president is making the trip two days after the Category 4 storm slammed the Gulf Coast, leaving at least 14 dead and wreaking havoc with severe winds and flooding.
Lake Charles Family of 5 Dies of Monoxide Poisoning
This is a sad reminder of how important it is to make certain that any generator has proper ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide buildup.
Top 10 Things to Have on Hand During Power Outage
What are some of the essential things you need to have on hand if this power outage is going to last a few more days.