Much of the South, including Shreveport-Bossier and the Ark-La-Tex, is experiencing extreme winter conditions. Freezing temps, snow and ice are causing issues in the area. SWEPCO is urging customers to conserve energy as to not overload the system. Several major local roadways have been deemed impassable. Keep up to date with everything you need to know here.
Shreveport Police Urge Residents to Stay Off the Roads
Not only are several roads closed, but SPD says wreckers will no longer respond to calls.
How Long Will Parts of the SBC Be Without Water?
Start melting snow to flush toilets and ration your water. Let's hope our temperatures get above freezing and the snow and ice start to melt.
More than 20,000 Swepco Customers Are Without Power
Swepco crews will be moving out today to work to restore power.
Iced Over Roads Could Remain Closed For a While
Iced over roads and bridges in our area could remain closed for quite some time.
Number of Roofs Collapsing in the Ark-La-Tex ‘Through the Roof!’
This is NOT how I saw my day going.
Bossier Parish Schools Out for Remainder of This Week
We just received word from the Bossier Parish School Board that all Bossier schools and centers will remain closed for the rest of this week
Stay Off the Roads and Don’t Drive Around Barriers in Shreveport
With additional snow, sleet and ice, roadways in Shreveport-Bossier are becoming dangerous and impassable.
Texas Family Dies Trying to Heat Home With Car
They tried to find warmth and now two family members are dead.
Bossier Issues Boil Advisory
More water troubles in our region. Bossier City residents are now under a boil advisory.
LDWF Warns of Possible Fish Kills Due to Freezing Temps
We get word from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries of potential fish kills throughout coastal Louisiana due to freezing water temperatures.
Part of I-20 Closed in Bossier and Webster Parishes
Part of I-20 is closed in our region.
Thundersnow, Snow-nadoes, and More Reported in Texas & Louisiana
Amongst the record snowfall and plummeting temperatures, quite a few weather related rarities have appeared.