Latest / Lafayette Louisiana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Storm Surge Threatens Gulf Coast | Lafayette Louisiana News
Tropical Depression Five is poised to strengthen into a tropical storm by Tuesday as it barrels toward the northwestern Gulf Coast, bringing life-threatening storm surge, heavy rain, and dangerous winds to southwestern Louisiana and southeastern Texas. Lower Vermilion Parish is under a Tropical Storm Warning, with Storm Surge Watches in effect for East and West Cameron and parts of Jefferson County — while Lafayette remains unaffected for now. Coastal flooding, rip currents, and flash flooding are major concerns, especially in Texas. Inside the city, Tuesday brings a 60% chance of rain, gusty…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.