Louisiana, State of Emergency

Here's why Governor Jeff Landry has declared an emergency in Louisiana
Governor Jeff Landry declares winter weather emergency in Louisiana with National Weather Service issuing extreme cold warnings.
Louisiana governor issues State of Emergency ahead ‘extreme cold’
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry is issuing a State of Emergency declaration ahead of a forecasted deep freeze expected next week. In a news release, the governor asks Louisiana residents to download the “Get a Game Plan” app to stay updated on the state’s efforts to manage this potential weather emergency.
Governor Landry issues State of Emergency in preparation for winter weather
Governor Jeff Landry issued a State of Emergency Saturday in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana.
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.
Chances of snow and sleet in North Louisiana next week. Here's what the forecast says
Waves of frigid air sweeping across the U.S., briefly hitting the ArkLaTex. Here's when North Louisiana is likely to receive a bit of snow next week.
How much snow will Louisiana get? See forecast for New Orleans and Baton Rouge
The potential for snowfall on the Crescent City and the Red Stick next week is "looking increasingly possible," the National Weather Service in Slidell said Friday.
Louisiana weather: Extreme cold air, possible wintry mix next week
Sunday morning will feel quite brisk as temperatures continue falling overnight. Sunday morning’s lows will be in the upper 30s. Winds will increase with northerly/northwesterly winds of cold air around 10-15 mph. Wind could gust up to 20 mph. Overall, Sunday will be cold, dry and breezy.
Gov. Landry issues State of Emergency ahead of statewide ‘extreme cold’ forecast
The State of Emergency includes all 64 parishes in the state and will allow for direct state assistance to support operational measures at the parish level and help protect "life, safety, and welfare of Louisianans.
Gov. declares State of Emergency because of winter weather threat
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry declared a State of Emergency Saturday afternoon, January 18, because of the threat for winter weather.
Some Louisiana parishes declare state of emergency ahead of freezing weather
Some Louisiana parishes have declared a state of emergency due to a forecasted winter storm. Louisiana will have very cold weather and a chance of a winter storm starting Monday, Jan. 20. A state of emergency would let the parish act to ensure citizens’ safety.
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