New Orleans issues shelter in place for Tropical Storm Francine

Galveston businesses brace for Tropical Storm Francine

A coastal flood warning has been issued for low-lying areas as Tropical Storm Francine approaches the Gulf of Mexico. Coastal communities are preparing for potential flooding and other impacts.

'Plan in place': St. Landry Parish gets ready for Tropical Storm Francine

ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KLFY) -- St. Landry Parish is laying out its game plan to ensure everyone is safe and prepared when Tropical Storm Francine arrives. Parish President Jessie Bellard said his office has always prioritized emergency preparedness. "We're always planning for disasters. I mean, we always have a plan in place and we always have a good idea of what to expect," Bellard said. Bellard said the parish government will distribute sand…

New Orleans issues shelter in place for Tropical Storm Francine

The city of New Orleans tracking Tropical Storm Francine mandatory evacuation has not but issued and residents are to gather supplies and shelter in place.

See what schools are closed as Baton Rouge area braces for Tropical Storm Francine

As Tropical Storm Francine moves towards southeast Louisiana, some Baton Rouge area schools are closing campuses or moving to virtual classes.

Louisiana's U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy asks President Biden for emergency declaration ahead of storm

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy on Monday asked President Joe Biden to start the process for approving an emergency declaration in anticipation of Tropical Storm Francine coming ashore in

Lafayette Mayor-President Boulet Announces State of Emergency Ahead of Tropical Storm Francine

Lafayette Parish Mayor-President Monique Boulet is declaring a state of emergency for the parish, ahead of an impending possible hurricane later this week.