Louisiana, winter storm

Snow totals increase across south Louisiana in new winter weather forecasts. See the latest.
Snowfall totals across the southern half of the state continued to increase in Monday forecasts to what could be record-breaking levels. Here's what to know for the New Orleans metro, the northshore,
Louisiana Map Shows Snow Severity from Winter Storm
State Climatologist Jay Grymes said there could be lows of 20 degrees across the state between Monday and Wednesday and the National Weather Service (NWS) has said Baton Rouge could see its first snowfall in seven years. Newsweek has contacted the Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness for comment.
Louisiana declares emergency ahead of deep freeze, forecasted snow
Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency Saturday in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana early next week, when snow is expected to accumulate in some areas. The National Weather Service has issued extreme cold warnings for the state in effect from Monday through Thursday.
What's the latest forecast for snow, ice, freezing temperatures across Louisiana?
Landry said snow and ice will create treacherous travel conditions in regions where there are accumulations and plunging temperatures could create water pressure and delivery problems throughout the state.
Landry declares state of emergency ahead of freeze
Governor Jeff Landry’s state of emergency declaration will allow the state to provide direct assistance to municipalities and parishes as they work to protect the “life, safety, and welfare of Louisianans.

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