The NWS said on Monday afternoon that Lafayette is forecast to get between 6 and 8 inches of snow. Winter precipitation is expected to start falling around 3 a.m and last through Tuesday night. The most snow is expected to fall between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced updates to public services following this week’s historical winter weather event that continues to impact roadways across Lafayette.  LCG said that as temperatures drop,

First, we receive the second highest snow accumulation on record in both Lafayette and New Iberia. Preliminary data shows 9 inches of snow accumulation in Lafayette and 8 inches in New Iberia. These totals would be second on the list behind the 1895 storm,

Most government agencies will be closed on Monday for the MLK Holiday, but many also are closing Tuesday because of the forecast wintry weather.

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued its first-ever blizzard warning for the counties and parishes around Lafayette, Louisiana, early on Tuesday,. Footage from Dwayne Scales shows heavy snow falling in Lafayette on Tuesday morning.

Freezing conditions across South Louisiana continue to hinder water access Thursday in the midst of an historic winter storm.

Joshua Wilson walks his dogs Caymus and Moose Tuesday, January 21, 2025, on Mall Street in Lafayette, La. For the first time ever, Lake Charles and much of Acadiana are under a blizzard warning as snow blankets the area Tuesday morning.

New Iberia and Lafayette saw the coldest temperatures on record Wednesday morning. Lake Charles saw the coldest temperatures ever recorded in January.

To get the most accurate measurements, you'll need to use a snowboard. Here's how to make one, including using a crawfish tray.

The biggest interruption of service Tuesday was a loss of water pressure affecting more than 12,000 customers of the Lafayette Utilities System.

Gov. Jeff Landry has issued a State of Emergency in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana. Given the imminent threat of extreme weather

Baton Rouge Airport Ryan Field recorded its coldest temp on record & tied the 2nd coldest temp on record for the Baton Rouge area of 7 degrees this morning. Ryan Field's records go back to 1930 & the Baton Rouge area Period of Record goes back to 1892. #LAwx #MSwx pic.twitter.com/5ccjRkaYWl