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• UPDATE: Rain to become less widespread, Flood Watch removed in some areas Play Video

  May 5, 2025 6:22 AM

  The FLOOD WATCH has been cancelled for Metro Baton Rouge and points northwest, but remains in effect for Ascension, Livingston, Tangipahoa, St. James, Assumption, and St. Mary Parishes until 7 p.m. Thursday. Although rain will be less widespread in the... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Warm & breezy ahead of next rainmaker Play Video

  April 30, 2025 5:09 AM

  Dry conditions continue Wednesday before a more active pattern sets up to end the week. Those with outdoor plans this weekend should monitor the changing forecast closely. Today & Tonight: Wednesday will remain dry but feature breezier conditions. Look for a warm afternoon with highs in the upper-80s and... more »

• Tuesday AM Forecast: Above-average temps continue, Front brings late week changes Play Video

  April 29, 2025 4:53 AM

  Temperatures continue to flirt with the 90 degree mark each afternoon before rain chances return to end the week. Today & Tonight: Besides a few patchy areas of fog around sunrise Tuesday morning, conditions will start off muggy and mild in the upper-60s. Look for a mix of sun... more »

• Monday AM Forecast: Warm and dry end to April, Watching end of week storm chances Play Video

  April 28, 2025 4:42 AM

  The final days of April will be very warm, with a few afternoons challenging record temperatures. By the start of May, daily thunderstorm chances are expected to return as a front moves towards the region. Today & Tonight: Mild morning conditions with a few patchy areas of fog will... more »

• Addis neighborhood evacuates as water rises; police chief says flooding has never been this bad Play Video

  April 24, 2025 10:48 AM

  ADDIS — Water levels across the capital region rose and roads flooded after a deluge of rain Thursday morning. In West Baton Rouge Parish, streets have begun to flood and high water signs were placed out to encourage people to stay off the roads. Several roadways were not visible... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: More afternoon storms before first taste of Summer this weekend Play Video

  April 23, 2025 4:50 AM

  Watch out for more active weather this afternoon! By the weekend, we trade rain gear for sunglasses and flip-flops as dry and steamy conditions take over. Here is a breakdown of what to expect • Wednesday : afternoon showers and thunderstorms • Thursday & Friday :... more »

• Friday AM Forecast: Warm, breezy, and humid Easter weekend ahead! Play Video

  April 18, 2025 4:50 AM

  While the entire Easter weekend will be warm, breezy, and humid, a few spotty showers may be around on Easter Sunday. Overall, no washout is expected and there remains no threat for severe weather! Easter Weekend Breakdown: Friday: Warm, breezy & sunny. Great day to hang... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Beautiful weather for a big festival weekend Play Video

  April 10, 2025 5:57 AM

  The weather has been about as good as it gets for April standards. Good news, this pattern will continue, with great conditions lasting into the weekend. Today & Tonight: Once again, we will have complete and total sunshine all day long, as an area of high pressure affects our... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Beautiful weather continues, No rain to disrupt weekend plans Play Video

  April 9, 2025 4:20 AM

  Close-to-perfect Spring weather continues through the second half of the week and into the weekend. For those who are planning to take advantage of the great outdoor conditions, don't forget to wear sun protection as UV rays ramp up this time of year. Today & Tonight: Full sunshine again... more »

• Tuesday AM Forecast: Full sunshine returns today, sticks around for a while Play Video

  April 8, 2025 4:52 AM

  Sunshine returns in full force today and will stick around through the next week! Clouds and rain will be hard to find but a few chilly mornings will have you reaching for extra layers. Today & Tonight: Overnight, clearing skies and calm winds allowed temperatures to fall into the... more »

• Saturday PM Forecast: Warm and dry Sunday ahead of next round of storms Play Video

  March 29, 2025 3:40 PM

  SATURDAY EVENING UPDATE: As of 8:45pm Saturday, heavy rain and thunderstorm activity is coming to an end across the Capital Area. Flash flooding on roadways around the Capital City is making for dangerous driving conditions this evening. Avoid driving if possible. Behind Saturday afternoon's round of storms, the... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Temperatures remain warm despite additional clouds and weekend rain Play Video

  March 27, 2025 4:48 AM

  Showers and storms returning tomorrow will interrupt the quiet and seasonably warm week the Capital Area has had. Those with outdoor plans over the weekend will need to monitor the changing forecast. Today & Tonight: After another mild start in the 60s, Thursday afternoon will remain above average with... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Warm days ahead, Rain chances return for the weekend Play Video

  March 26, 2025 4:18 AM

  The Storm Station 7-day forecast shows the warm Spring temperatures continuing through the end of March, with a few rounds of showers and storms entering the forecast over the weekend. Today & Thursday: Areas of patchy fog may develop around sunrise Wednesday before partly sunny skies take over for... more »

• Sunday AM Forecast: Sunny, quiet conditions return for Wearin' of the Green parade

  March 16, 2025 8:33 AM

  After a stormy start to the weekend, skies quickly cleared Saturday evening and sunshine will stick around for many days to come. Today & Tonight: With clear skies overnight, temperatures fell into the 50s early Sunday morning. Sunshine will quickly warm the air, helping get highs in the low... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Moderate Risk for severe weather Saturday, No major cool down in sight Play Video

  March 13, 2025 6:26 AM

  A quiet end to the workweek will quickly become active as a strong storm system rolls through the Capital Area on Saturday. An uncommon, Moderate (4/5), risk for severe weather has been highlighted for much of southeast Louisiana ahead of the storms. Today & Tonight: The warming trend continues... more »

• Tuesday AM Forecast: Warm and quiet weather continues until weekend Storm System arrives Play Video

  March 11, 2025 6:34 AM

  Expect warming and quiet conditions to dominate all workweek. Our next impact will arrive to start the weekend; exact details regarding timing and the threats will come into view in the next several days. Today & Tonight: Chilly temperatures in the 40s early Tuesday will quickly warm up after... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Wind Alerts remain, Short-lived cool down arrives Play Video

  March 5, 2025 6:36 AM

  Tuesday's storm system has moved off to the east, but the windy conditions remain today. A Wind Advisory is in place until 6 pm tonight to account for the gusty conditions. Those in high-profile vehicles should continue to use extra caution. Today & Tonight: Clear skies on Wednesday... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Dry through weekend, Rain chances return next week Play Video

  February 27, 2025 6:50 AM

  A DENSE FOG ADVISORY is in effect until 10 AM Thursday. Patchy fog may limit visibility to one-quarter mile or less during the morning commute. Drivers are advised to slow down, use low-beam headlights, and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. Today & Tonight: Patchy fog in some... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Weak front brings clouds Thursday and nice conditions for weekend Play Video

  February 26, 2025 4:30 AM

  A DENSE FOG ADVISORY is in effect until 10 AM Wednesday. Due to fog, visibility may be reduced to one-quarter mile or less, which could create hazardous driving conditions, especially around sunrise, when patchy dense fog can cause rapid changes in visibility. Drivers are advised to slow down, use low-beam... more »

• Tuesday AM Forecast: Foggy mornings to sunny days on repeat, Staying dry through weekend Play Video

  February 25, 2025 4:27 AM

  Early morning fog will turn to sunny and warm afternoons today and tomorrow. Look for daily highs over the next 7 days in the 70s. Today & Tonight: Visibilities around the region early Tuesday could be as low as 0.25 miles at times due to fog development. A DENSE... more »

• Tuesday AM Forecast: Temperatures tumble behind Tuesday night rain Play Video

  February 18, 2025 4:32 AM

  Our next rainmaker arrives Tuesday night, bringing heavy rains and a strong thunderstorm or two to the region. Behind the rain, temperatures tumble and the Capital Area will experience a frigid second half of the workweek. Today & Tonight: Chilly morning conditions under a mix of sun and clouds... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Cooler end to week ahead of weekend storms Play Video

  February 13, 2025 4:59 AM

  Chilly mornings and mild afternoons take over to end the workweek. Those with Valentine's Day plans or heading out to Alex Box Stadium for Opening Day may dodge a spotty shower or two, but the next major rainmaker will arrive Saturday night. Today & Tonight: Behind a cold front... more »

• Tuesday AM Forecast: On the temperature roller coaster, multiple chances of severe storms Play Video

  February 11, 2025 7:09 AM

  We will be on the temperature roller coaster this week because of multiple front passages. Along with a few of these fronts, there will be some strong to severe thunderstorms. Today & Tonight: A warm front passing through the area this morning will cause temperatures to be much warmer... more »

• Monday AM Forecast: Multiple fronts to bring week full of changing conditions Play Video

  February 10, 2025 4:21 AM

  After a warm and dry weekend, conditions will become a bit more wishy-washy this week. Expect multiple temperature swings and at least two rounds of rain over the next 7 days. Today & Tonight: A weak cold front moving through early Monday has created a temperature gradient for morning... more »

• Friday AM Forecast: Super fog possible in some areas, Warm afternoons continue Play Video

  February 7, 2025 5:06 AM

  Those traveling around southern Louisiana any morning today through Sunday will need to pay close attention to the forecast and driving conditions. With two on-going marsh fires Southwest of New Orleans, super fog may form in that region. While not a threat in the Capital City, dense fog will still... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Foggy mornings + sunny afternoons repeat through weekend Play Video

  February 6, 2025 4:24 AM

  Mild and foggy mornings that give way to sunny and warm afternoons will repeat through the weekend. Early morning commuters should be extra cautious as patchy, dense fog becomes more likely to end the workweek. Next week brings increasing rain chances and a dip in temperatures. A *DENSE FOG... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Record warmth continues, Staying dry until next week Play Video

  February 5, 2025 4:43 AM

  We return to record territory Wednesday afternoon with many more unseasonably warm days ahead. This stubborn weather pattern will not be broken until a frontal system moves near next week. Today & Tonight: Cloudy skies early Wednesday will limit fog formation during the morning commute but low hanging clouds... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Line of storms arrives overnight, Spring-like weekend ahead Play Video

  January 30, 2025 4:48 AM

  A very warm Thursday afternoon will flirt with record highs for January 30th before a line of strong storms moves across the state tonight. While the severe threat for our region is on the lower side, it is not zero, and highly advised to have weather alerts turned on before... more »

• Monday AM Forecast: Few showers around to start off a warm week Play Video

  January 27, 2025 4:18 AM

  Conditions will be much warmer this week, with highs and lows above average. Not only will it be warmer, but a few fronts will cause some wet weather. Today & Tonight: After some isolated showers early driven by a weak cold front, the rest of Monday will be dry.... more »

• Louisiana Department of Health says winter weather this week left 2 dead Play Video

  January 24, 2025 5:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Department of Health said Friday that two people died as a result of this week's winter weather. An 85-year-old man in Pointe Coupee Parish died, with hypothermia as a contributing factor. LDH also said that a 60-year-old woman died in Orleans Parish. That death... more »

• Baker Police say local Walmart was burglarized while security was off due to the snowstorm Play Video

  January 24, 2025 3:03 PM

  BAKER — A Walmart in Baker was burglarized while the store was closed during the snowstorm earlier in the week. Baker Police Chief Carl Dunn said that the Plank Road store was without police security on Tuesday and Wednesday when the burglary occurred. The theft was discovered when... more »

• Light power outages sweep through capital region as snow settles, sub-freezing temperatures continue Play Video

  January 22, 2025 11:16 AM

  BATON ROUGE — More than 2,000 customers are without power in Livingston Parish following Tuesday's snowfall. According to Demco, 2,630 of the company's nearly 49,000 customers in Livingston Parish were without power. As of 10:00 a.m., this is about 5% of the parish. Demco also reported that West... more »

• Friday AM Forecast: Temperature whiplash this weekend, Wintry precipitation possible next week Play Video

  January 17, 2025 6:11 AM

  A tease of warmer weather on Saturday will quickly turn cold behind a strong front set to move through the Capital Area tomorrow night. Preparations for the upcoming frigid weather should be completed by Sunday night, including wrapping exposed pipes and covering plants. Today & Tonight: Clear skies overnight... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Short-lived warm up followed by significant cool down Play Video

  January 16, 2025 4:36 AM

  If you are not the biggest fan of cold weather, make sure to enjoy the warmer conditions the next three afternoons. By Sunday, much chillier air will move into the state and bring very cold conditions to start the next workweek. Today & Tonight: Showers ending overnight led to... more »

• Tuesday AM Forecast: Typical Mid-January conditions ahead of weekend cold front Play Video

  January 14, 2025 4:49 AM

  Typical mid-January conditions will prevail this week with chilly mornings and cool afternoons. This weekend, a cold front will motivate showers and thunderstorms ahead of another major cool down. Today & Tonight: Mainly clear skies overnight allowed temperatures to fall in into the middle and low 30s across the... more »

• Monday AM Forecast: Cool start to workweek, Eyes on next storm system Play Video

  January 13, 2025 5:37 AM

  The workweek ahead will be mainly quiet, weather-wise, with stubborn clouds and cool temperatures to start the week. By Friday, warmer conditions will return ahead of our next storm system that will be followed by another blast of cold air. Today & Tonight: Overnight rain showers pushing east early... more »

• Winter storm plods into the Deep South, prompting states of emergency and school closures Play Video

  January 10, 2025 8:57 AM

  DALLAS (AP) — A powerful winter storm that dumped heavy snow and glazed roads with ice across much of Texas and Oklahoma lumbered eastward into southern U.S. states Friday, prompting governors to declare states of emergency and shuttering schools across the region. The snowstorm has implemented a ground stop... more »

• Friday AM Forecast: Soggy and cold morning commute, Breezy behind the rain Play Video

  January 10, 2025 4:39 AM

  Heads up drivers! Widespread, cold rain will persist through most of the morning commute. Grab your extra layers and raingear before heading out the door. Today & Tonight: Widespread rain from overnight will continue through Friday morning. Moderate to heavy downpours will be possible during the morning commute so... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Winter chill continues, Rain arrives to end workweek Play Video

  January 8, 2025 5:32 AM

  A ***COLD WEATHER ADVISORY*** remains in effect until 9am Wednesday across southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. Very cold wind chills, as low as 20 degrees, could lead to frostbite or hypothermia if proper clothing is not worn. While the air temperatures should not be low enough to cause infrastructure issues... more »

• Saturday PM Forecast: Cold front to bring strong storms then below freezing temperatures Play Video

  January 4, 2025 4:33 PM

  A cold front Sunday night will bring strong storms to the Capital Area and then a blast of arctic air. Expect below freezing mornings and chilly afternoons through the next week. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will remain overnight with a few spotty showers possible. Temperatures will fall into the... more »

• Saturday AM Forecast: End of weekend storms followed by major cool down Play Video

  January 4, 2025 8:16 AM

  The Storm Station will be tracking a strong line of storms set to move through the Capital Area late Sunday. After the system clears, a blast of artic air will take over the Capital Region and result in very chilly conditions next week. Today & Tonight: Clouds that moves... more »

• Monday AM Forecast: Quiet end to the year, Cooler air arrives on New Years Day Play Video

  December 30, 2024 5:25 AM

  The final days of 2024 will see foggy early morning conditions and mostly sunny and mild afternoons. The next chill will arrive to the area just in time for the new year. Today & Tonight: A Dense Fog Advisory is in place Monday morning until 9am for Parishes... more »

• Severe threat continues to increase for Capital Area today, Tornado Watch issued Play Video

  December 27, 2024 5:39 AM

  Severe storms will be possible all day around the Capital Region. Turn weather alerts on and have a plan for if/when warnings are issued. Today & Tonight: Morning lows will be in the middle 60s today. Isolated, strong, thunderstorms will start to increase in coverage around daybreak and... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Foggy Thursday morning commute, Storms possible Friday morning Play Video

  December 26, 2024 5:18 AM

  Fog during the morning commute will limit visibilities for those heading back to work today. An unsettled pattern will return late Thursday as a round of showers and storms move across the region. Today & Tonight: A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for all southeast Louisiana parishes... more »

• Friday AM Forecast: Temperatures and clouds to increase this weekend Play Video

  December 13, 2024 5:26 AM

  After a cool end to the workweek you will once again be ditching those jackets as temperatures turn well above average this weekend. Today & Tonight : Morning conditions will be chilly with temperatures in the 40s and some higher clouds around during sunrise. Throughout the day, clouds will... more »