LOUISIANA WEATHER

SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA: Today through Friday will be sunny during the day and mostly clear to mostly cloudy during the evenings. Saturday and Sunday has a 20 to 40 percent chance of showers throughout the day.
Temperature: Wednesday: 50's/30's, Thursday: 60/40, Friday: 60's/50's, Saturday: 60's/50's, Sunday: 60's/50's.
HAZARDOUS WEATHER: No hazardous weather reported at this time.

The Atchafalaya River at Morgan City is currently at 6.17 feet (minor flood stage). The river is expected to remain at this level over the next few days. Flood stage is 4 to 7 feet. At 5 to 6 feet, floodwall gates will be closed to protect against higher stages. Vessel traffic will be affected by stronger river current and vessel traffic safety rules will be strictly enforced by the U.S. Coast Guard.

The Sabine River at Deweyville is currently at 24.28 feet (minor flood stage). Flood stage is 24 to 26 feet. The river is expected to recede below flood stage by tomorrow evening. At 24 to 25 feet low-lying roads in southwestern Beauregard Parish including Robert Clark Road may have water over them.

SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA: Today through Friday will be sunny during the day and mostly clear to mostly cloudy during the evenings. Saturday and Sunday has a 20 percent chance of showers throughout the day.
Temperature: Wednesday: 53/30, Thursday: 61/34, Friday: 65/47, Saturday: 65/52, Sunday: 68/57.
HAZARDOUS WEATHER: A freeze warning is in effect this morning and then again tonight for portions of southeast Louisiana south of Interstate 10 and west of New Orleans. Temperatures in this area are expected to fall to around 30 degrees. Temperatures in the New Orleans metro areas are expected to stay near or just above freezing. Thursday through Tuesday, scattered thunderstorms will be possible Sunday and into a Sunday night along and ahead of a cold front expected to sweep through the area. A few storms could be strong with gusty winds. Severe weather is not expected at this time. Several rivers remain at or above flood stage.

The Mississippi River at Red River Landing is currently at 52.15 feet (minor flood stage). Flood stage is from 48 to 55 feet. The river is expected to slowly recede over the next few days. At 48 to 52 feet, access roads may be inundated and evacuation of all river islands should be complete. Protection of people and property in the river bottom land on the river side of the levees should be complete.

The Mississippi River at Baton Rouge is currently at 35.16 feet (minor flood stage). Flood stage is from 35 to 38 feet. The river is expected to slowly recede over the next few days. At 35 to 36 feet, river traffic and industrial activity on the river side of the levees will be greatly affected. Navigational safety regulations will be strictly enforced. River Islands from Red River landing Downstram to Baton Rouge will be inundated.

The Pearl River at Bogalusa is currently at 20.63 feet (minor flood stage). The river is expected to remain at its current level over the next couple of days. Flood stage is 18 to 21 feet. Between 18.5 to 20 feet, woodlands and crop acreage along the river will be flooded. The Bogue Chitto wildlife management area will be inundated with water in recreational camps and over access roads.

The Pearl River at Pearl River is currently at 16.52 feet (minor flood stage). The river is expected to remain at this level over the next couple of days. Minor flood stage is 14 to 17 feet and moderate flood stage is 17 to 18 feet. Between 16 to 17 feet (moderate flood stage) lower portions of streets in River Gardens Subdivision will begin to flood. Secondary roads to the river throughout Honey Island Swamp may remain inundated. Property in the vicinity of the Cage may be flooded threatening about 20 homes along the left bank. The Bogue Chitto national wildlife refuge will be closed to hunting at the 15.5 foot stage.

CENTRAL LOUISIANA: Today through Friday will be sunny during the day and mostly clear to mostly cloudy during the evenings. Saturday and Sunday has a 20 to 40 percent chance of showers throughout the day.
Temperature: Wednesday: 50's/20's, Thursday: 60/30's, Friday: 60's/40's, Saturday: 60's/50's, Sunday: 60's/50's.
HAZARDOUS WEATHER: No hazardous weather reported at this time.

The Calcasieu River near Glenmora is currently at 13.26 feet (minor flood stage). Flood stage is 12 to 16 feet. The river is expected to drop to below flood stage by Saturday. Between 12 and 14 feet, some roads upstream from Glenmora, including Strothers crossing road near the community of Calcasieu and Price Crossing Road near Hineston have water on them and are subject to being closed. Flooding of forested areas near the river may occur.

NORTHERN LOUISIANA: Today and tomorrow will be mostly sunny during the day and mostly clear to cloudy in the evenings. Friday and Saturday has a 20 percent chance of showers during the day with an increase to 30 to 40 percent in the evenings. Sunday has a 60 percent chance of showers throughout the day.
Temperature: Wednesday: 50's/20's, Thursday: 60's/ 30's, Friday: 60's/40's, Saturday: 60's/50's, Sunday: 60's/40's.
HAZARDOUS WEATHER: No hazardous weather reported at this time.

Bodcau Bayou at Bayou Bodcau Lake is currently at 182.43 feet (minor flood stage). Minor flood stage is between 172 and 192 feet. The bayou is expected to slowly recede over the next few days. Between 170 to192 feet, expect minor lowland flooding along the lake. Red Chute Bayou below the lake may be at bank full. Some secondary roadways may suffer flooding.

Bayou Dorcheat at Dixie Inn is currently at 14.26 feet (minor flood stage). Flood stage is 14 to 20 feet. The bayou is expected to slowly recede below flood stage by Friday. At 14 feet, expect minor lowland flooding with boat ramp suffering overflow.

Bayou Dorcheat near Springhill is currently at 12.77 feet (minor flood stage). Flood stage is 11 to 18 feet. The bayou is expected to slowly recede over the next few days. Between 11 and 18 feet, expect minor lowland flooding.

The Boeuf River at Fort Necessity is currently at 51.28 feet (minor flood stage). Flood stage is from 50 to 55 feet. The river is expected to remain at this level over the next few days. Between 50 and 55 feet, widespread flooding of farm and agricultural land may be occurring along and near the river.

The Mississippi River at Natchez, MS is currently at 48.76 feet (minor flood stage). Flood stage is from 48 to 51 feet. The river is expected to slowly recede over the next few days. Between 48 and 51 feet, Carthage Point Road may become impassable.