Author Archives: Jeff Palermo
Louisiana winter storm round two: ice in the north and rain in the south
The wintery mix the Bayou State received at the beginning of the week will serve as a genesis for a second system that will eventually move up the east coast. But according to State Climatologist Barr...
Feb 16, 2021
Deep freeze could lead to marsh fish kills
The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is warning of the potential for fish kills resulting from this historic cold spell we're in. Office of Fisheries Assistant Secretary Patrick Banks said anytime...
Feb 16, 2021 Andy Roberts / CC
Brutal winter weather responsible for at least three deaths in Louisiana
This history-making winter weather has been responsible for at least three deaths in Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards says both fatalities took place in Lafayette Parish. "A 50-year-old gentleman ...
Feb 16, 2021
Winter storm set new low record temps and get ready for round two
The winter storm allowed for new record low temperatures to be set. National Weather Service Shreveport Meteorologist C.S. Ross said the mercury in Shreveport dropped to one degree today. The previous...
Feb 16, 2021 Winter storm in Louisiana February 15, 2021 photo by Brooke Thorington
SW Louisiana Entergy customers face rolling blackouts
Entergy has been directed by the Mid-Continent System Operator to initiate rolling power outages for some customers in southwest Louisiana. Entergy Louisiana Vice President of Distribtuion Operations ...
Feb 16, 2021
Those who've had COVID still need to be vaccinated
The State Department of Health implored those who have had COVID to get their COVID vaccines as soon as they are eligible. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter said being infected once is no guarantee ...
Feb 16, 2021
Iced over roads and bridges could stay closed for some time
Roads and bridges across much of the state are still shut down as Louisiana settles in for a week-long deep freeze. Department of Transportation Spokesperson Rodney Mallet said in south Louisiana many...
Feb 16, 2021
Louisiana to see a combination of snow, sleet, freezing rain and record low temperatures
Most of the state is under a winter storm warning as Louisiana is getting hit with snow, sleet, and freezing rain. National Weather Service Meteorologist Charlie Woodrum says the northern half of the ...
Feb 14, 2021
Cassidy one of seven GOP Senators to vote in favor of convicting former President Trump
Senator Bill Cassidy was one of seven Republicans to vote in favor of convicting former President Trump over allegations that he attempted to incite an insurrection on January 6th. That vote ultimatel...
Feb 13, 2021
COVID vaccine clinical trials underway for pregnant women and children
Clinical trials are now underway for pregnant women and children for the COVID vaccines. Medical Director of MedPharmics Dr. Robert Jeanfreau said they are looking to recruit participants. "Obviously ...
Feb 12, 2021
