We’re keeping a close eye on this major winter storm that’s coming through Louisiana this weekend. At this hour, far north Louisiana is being hit with freezing rain – all along the I-20 corridor from Shreveport to Monroe. Jason Hansford with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says those of you a little further south aren’t feeling the effects of this – yet.
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Speaking of the I-20 corridor, we’re starting to see several closures – mainly certain on-ramps, off-ramps and overpasses. Remember, bridges freeze much faster than surface streets. You can get the latest information on the 511 mobile app. If you don’t have to be out on the roadways, please stay off them.
If power is knocked out where you live, it could be several days before it can be restored. Do know, however, that crews are working feverishly and around the clock to get it restored as quickly as possible. Nyka (NIGH-kah) Scott, the vice president of customer service for Entergy, says like all other utility companies throughout the state, Entergy is bringing in extra personnel to restore power.
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Brandon Frey, the executive secretary of the Public Service Commission, says if you encounter a downed powerline, do not touch it or approach it under any circumstances.
And again, you can help utility crews get to wherever they need to go safely and as quickly as they can by staying off the roads.