The National Hurricane Center has increased the odds of tropical development for that disturbance in the western Gulf to 60% over the next 48 hours. If that happens the first name of the season is Arthur and would mean tropical storm notices could be required later today for parts of Texas and Louisiana. Regardless of development, a significant amount of rain and flash flood risk remain the primary threat.

The state has launched a new cleanup initiative. Andrew Greenstein reports:
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June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and Louisiana Elderly Protective Services is encouraging residents to learn the warning signs and speak up when they see them. Program Manager Ebony Thomas-Phillips says mistreatment of older adults includes physical harm, sexual misconduct, financial exploitation, and medical neglect:
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To report abuse call 833-577-6532.

Governor Landry has signed the Louisiana Energy Protection Act, limiting lawsuits against the oil and gas industry over climate change. Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association President Tommy Faucheux says these lawsuits are frivolous:
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He says the new law is specific to climate change.