First, we receive the second highest snow accumulation on record in both Lafayette and New Iberia. Preliminary data shows 9 inches of snow accumulation in Lafayette and 8 inches in New Iberia. These totals would be second on the list behind the 1895 storm,
Freezing conditions across South Louisiana continue to hinder water access Thursday in the midst of an historic winter storm.
The NWS said on Monday afternoon that Lafayette is forecast to get between 6 and 8 inches of snow. Winter precipitation is expected to start falling around 3 a.m and last through Tuesday night. The most snow is expected to fall between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued its first-ever blizzard warning for the counties and parishes around Lafayette, Louisiana, early on Tuesday,. Footage from Dwayne Scales shows heavy snow falling in Lafayette on Tuesday morning.
Most government agencies will be closed on Monday for the MLK Holiday, but many also are closing Tuesday because of the forecast wintry weather.
Joshua Wilson walks his dogs Caymus and Moose Tuesday, January 21, 2025, on Mall Street in Lafayette, La. For the first time ever, Lake Charles and much of Acadiana are under a blizzard warning as snow blankets the area Tuesday morning.
To get the most accurate measurements, you'll need to use a snowboard. Here's how to make one, including using a crawfish tray.
The Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness will host daily briefings with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles and key stakeholders across the parish ...
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A blizzard warning was issued for southwest Louisiana Tuesday morning as a strong line of snow moved into the state from the west.
A winter storm blankets Zachary, Louisiana ... the Lafayette region on Wednesday averaged 19 degrees, with some spots falling to 4 degrees, according to data from the National Weather Service.
Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced updates to public services following this week’s historical winter weather event that continues to impact roadways across Lafayette.  LCG said that as temperatures drop,
The biggest interruption of service Tuesday was a loss of water pressure affecting more than 12,000 customers of the Lafayette Utilities System.