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NELA firefighters deploy to Texas
Tuesday morning, firefighters from Monroe, West Monroe, Ouachita Parish, and Ruston deployed to the Kerrville, Texas area.
Flash flooding claimed more than 100 lives in Central Texas. Here’s what we know about the victims
The flash flooding deluged summer camps in Kerr County, dotted along the Guadalupe River, and also left families in Burnet, ...
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Baton Rouge could see several inches of rain, potential flooding due to Gulf disturbance
A total of 3 to 5 inches overall is expected in Baton Rouge from Wednesday night through Sunday with locally higher amounts ...
Baton Rouge officials urge residents to prepare as hurricane season heats up
As recovery efforts continue from that deadly flood in Texas, Baton Rouge leaders are using the moment to remind residents of just how vulnerable our community can be.
A tropical system could form in the Gulf. It could also be the next big flood
There’s growing concern a potential tropical system could bring significant flooding to the Gulf Coast, but questions remain ...
A tropical disturbance could become Dexter this week. Texas should pay attention.
A disturbance called Invest 93L by the National Hurricane Center could turn into a tropical depression or the next named ...
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Formosa sued over access to Louisiana site where activists say slaves were buried
The suit alleges a U.S. arm of Taiwanese chemical giant Formosa Plastics has hindered access to an unmarked cemetery with ...
New study ranks 2 Mississippi cities among best, worst places to rent in US. What to know
Two MS cities made a WalletHub list of the best and worst places to rent based on quality of life, affordable costs, the market. What you need to know ...
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Report: Texas leads U.S. in flood deaths, led by Flash Flood Alley
The July 4 Texas Hill Country flash flooding event is the latest to hit the region known as “Flash Flood Alley,” as Texas continues to lead ...