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Hurricane Beryl: 10 killed, more than 2 million without power
President Joe Biden granted a federal disaster declaration to all counties affected by Beryl. The cleanup from Hurricane Beryl is underway after the Category 1 storm made landfall on Monday morning. Beryl has weakened and is now a low-pressure system. It is expected to move from Arkansas through Michigan throughout...
LDWF Schedules Drawdown for Lake Bistineau
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has requested that the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) begin a drawdown of Lake Bistineau in Webster, Bossier, and Bienville parishes on Monday, July 29, 2024 for the purpose of reducing further expansion of giant salvinia. The drawdown will also benefit fisheries populations. LDWF will continue to monitor giant salvinia conditions in the lake in case adjustments to this date are necessary.
Heavy Storm Damage in Parts of NW Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, LA - A powerful storm system roared into northwest Louisiana on Monday afternoon as a result of Tropical Storm Beryl. Tragic news from the Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office:. One storm related fatality has been reported in the Benton area. A resident was killed after a tree fell on her...
One dead after Beryl related tornado touches down in Bossier Parish
Storms caused by Hurricane Beryl have left a Benton, Louisiana woman dead Monday, July 8. According to Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office, the fatality was reported after a tree fell on her home in northeast Benton. Beryl made landfall early Monday morning-- bringing severe weather to northwest Louisiana. According to the...
One woman dead in Bossier Parish following severe storms
BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office shared that one person has died following strong storms on Monday. According to a press release, Bossier Sheriff Julian Whittington reports that the sheriff’s office has received numerous reports of storm damage in the area and that deputies and crews are currently working to clear it. Officials say the damage includes trees down on powerlines, roads, and structures. Many areas are also without power.
What is closed due to Storm Beryl?
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Severe weather rolling through the ArkLaTex is causing schools in the area to close as a precaution. Bossier Parish Community College, Bossier, Sabine Valley, and Natchitoches campuses closed. Virtual classes will still meet. Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College has no evening classes. Virtual classes will...
One Louisiana woman dead after tree falls on house in severe storms caused by Beryl
BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office shared that one person has died following strong storms on Monday. One storm-related fatality has been reported in the Benton area. A resident was killed after a tree fell on her house in northeast Benton. Details about the incident are limited at this time.
LANE CLOSURE: US 71 (Barksdale Blvd) northbound near Golden Meadows, Bossier Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the northbound inside (left) lane of US 71 (Barksdale Blvd.) will be closed from Riverbend Drive to Golden Meadows Drive in Bossier City. This lane closure is necessary to allow the City of Bossier’s...
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