NOLA.com2d
Why are we seeing heavy snow in south Louisiana? It's about timing and the 'polar vortex.'
The cold temperatures are coming from a not uncommon expansion in the Polar Vortex, which are counter-clockwise rotating air ...
NOLA.com1dOpinion
Editorial: In rare winter storm, Louisiana puts its own spin on snow days
Editorial: This week's snowstorm was fun for many. We are grateful that many heeded official warnings and stayed off the ...
Rare winter storm that smacked much of the South turns deadly; dig-out begins
Lingering frigid conditions could continue to disrupt the South in cities not accustomed to the deep freeze that has gripped ...
The Advocate6d
Cold affects you and the fish
It’s common to see fish kills especially in shallow-water areas along the coast, and “evidence of such could be delayed as fish may not be visible for a week or more after a cold kill.” ...
Utilities handling Louisiana’s historic winter storm well so far, but things could change
Aside from a water system failure in Lafayette, most of the state’s public utilities faired well Tuesday as a blizzard ...
KPBS15d
A major winter storm will bring snow to the South. Here are tips from winter experts
Southern states don't often deal with winter conditions, but New England does. New Hampshire especially has tips for how to ...
California is on fire while the South freezes; Could this be due to climate change?
Record-high temperatures, snow-less winters and frequent natural disasters could be due to global warming. Here's how climate ...
Where is flu surging in the US? Some hospitals are overwhelmed in states with high rates
Flu has surged to high levels across the US, straining hospitals. Experts discuss 2024-25 flu season trends, symptoms to ...
The Advocate28d
It's now the 'heart of fog season' in south Louisiana. Here's why.
Fog is a common nuisance in southern Louisiana this time of year ... Pontchartrain are cooler from low overnight temperatures and cold spells. “The biggest reason for the fog right now is ...