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Raccoon Island cleanup complete as LOOP oil spill recovery efforts continue
2+ week, 3+ day ago (251+ words) A Unified Command, consisting of the U. S. Coast Guard (USCG), The Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator's Office (LOSCO) and LOOP, continues its recovery and cleanup efforts in the Gulf and surrounding barrier islands. As of March 25th, 2026, Raccoon Island has met both the…...
Roughly 87% of crude oil recovered in LOOP spill as cleanup efforts continue
3+ week, 4+ day ago (258+ words) A Unified Command, consisting of the U. S. Coast Guard, the Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator's Office (LOSCO) and the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port (LOOP), continues its recovery and cleanup efforts in the Gulf and surrounding barrier islands. As of March 16, 2026, the response…...
2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season storm names released; forecasters hint at near-average year
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (272+ words) With less than 100 days until the official start of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, here is the official list of storm names" and what the expect from this year's season. "This countdown allows us to look ahead at how the season…...
Red Flag Warning issued as multiple marsh fires burn in Terrebonne Parish
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (142+ words) The Bayou Dularge Fire Department is urging residents to avoid all outdoor burning at this time as a Red Flag Warning is in place. "We are experiencing multiple marsh fires in our area and in the Dulac area. We do…...
Louisiana braces for 40-degree temperature drop early next week
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (178+ words) Forecast provided by NWS New Orleans. Pull your coats back out" Louisiana is getting ready for a 40 degree drop in temperature early next week. Following the recent bout of 80 degree weather, a round of very cold temperatures is on the…...
Restore or Retreat earns statewide Louisiana Conservation Champion Award for protecting our coast
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (169+ words) Restore or Retreat, a Lafourche Parish nonprofit dedicated to protecting and preserving our coast, was recently honored as a statewide champion of our ecosystem. On February 12, 2026, Restore or Retreat leaders were awarded with the 2025 Louisiana Conservation Champion Award" in recognition…...
Another frigid weekend ahead as hard freeze, dangerous wind chills grip Louisiana
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (189+ words) Another frigid weekend with freezing temperatures is on its way to Louisiana. Temperatures are expected to plummet right back into the teens and 20s with winds chills falling to 0-15 degrees, according to Meteorologist Zack Fradella. The National Weather Service New Orleans…...
Extreme Cold Watch issued for southern Louisiana through next week, dangerous wind chills expected
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (196+ words) The Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government has announced an Extreme Cold Watch for our area. The Extreme Cold Watch was issued January 23 at 11: 23 AM CST until January 27 at 12: 00 PM CST by NWS New Orleans LA. Dangerously cold wind chills ranging from…...
Ice storm expected in Louisiana this weekend, bringing potential power outages and travel shutdowns
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (226+ words) A cold, wet, high-impact weather pattern is coming to Louisiana this weekend. A clash between Arctic air and Pacific moisture is brewing for January 24 through the 28, bringing a chance for wintery weather to the southern states. "The approaching winter storm…...
Local robotics teams advance to State Championship at FIRST LEGO League Coastal Qualifier
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (278+ words) This past weekend, Bayou STEM hosted the 5th Annual FIRST Lego League Challenge Coastal Qualifier Tournament at Fletcher Technical Community College, highlighting local talent in STEM across our region. 11 local teams of middle and elementary school robotics geniuses took the stage…...