Louisiana Bridge Shares Pointed Warning for Meteorologist Jim Cantore Ahead of Hurricane Francine

A prominent bridge in Louisiana posted a stern warning to meteorologist Jim Cantore ahead of Hurricane Francine in response to his reputation for arriving at a town before severe weather .

While Hurricane Francine is expected to make landfall on Wednesday, Sept. 11, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway got a jump on the situation when it put up a pointed message on a digital board for all drivers to see on Tuesday.

The screen said, "Mr. Cantore don't even think about coming here," referring to the meteorologist's reputation as a bad omen for bad weather to come.

As he reports on severe weather as a main responsibility of his job, Cantore often travels to where storms are headed to keep people up to date on the news. Unfortunately, the city was a little slow with their message, as Cantore responded on X, writing, "I am here! but I'm leaving today..."

Fans of the Weather Channel meteorologist continued to joke about what some call the "Jim Cantore Effect" ahead of Francine, with one writing on X, "When Jim Cantore shows up in your town, you know you’re screwed!!"

Others joked , "Prayers for Louisiana and the gulf coast. Jim just showed up," and, "Never a good sign when Jim Cantore is on his way."

Back in 2020, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway shared a similar message for Cantore before Hurricane Delta, saying, "Jim Cantore, stay home!"

He joked back , "Where's the love?"

Others shared their appreciation for Cantore in the comments, with a few hoping for a visit from the meteorologist—but only when he's on vacation.

According to a recent report by Insurance Journal before Francine makes landfall, some people in Louisiana are still dealing with the effects of 2020's Hurricane Delta and Laura.

Hopefully, 2024's Francine won't be as detrimental to the state, but people living there should prepare for the intense weather's arrival.

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