For those of you in North Louisiana, DOTD is urging you to stay off the roads once again today. Spokeswoman Erin Buchanan says that especially includes I-20.
The state health department has announced five additional deaths because of the winter storm, bringing the total number to eight. The cause of death for five of the victims is hypothermia. State Police Superintendent, Colonel Robert Hodges, urges residents to check on their neighbors, especially if they are elderly…
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About 104-thousand homes and businesses in North Louisiana are still without power. SWEPCO and Cleco say most of their customers will have electricity by the end of today. Entergy President Phillip May says the company anticipates 90-percent of its customers along the I-20 corridor who can safely receive power will be restored by tomorrow night.
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The power is out for 45-thousand utility customers in Ouachita Parish.
When Mother Nature wreaks havoc the United Cajun Navy is on the scene helping people affected – and this ice storm is no different. Founder and president Todd Terrell says he and his crew are delivering supplies to shelters throughout north Louisiana and north Mississippi – not just essentials to stay warm, but also everyday essentials for the whole family.