Governor Jeff Landry declares winter weather emergency in Louisiana with National Weather Service issuing extreme cold warnings.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry is issuing a State of Emergency declaration ahead of a forecasted deep freeze expected next week. In a news release, the governor asks Louisiana residents to download the “Get a Game Plan” app to stay updated on the state’s efforts to manage this potential weather emergency.

Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency Saturday in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana early next week, when snow is expected to accumulate in some areas. The National Weather Service has issued extreme cold warnings for the state in effect from Monday through Thursday.

Governor Jeff Landry issued a State of Emergency Saturday in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana.

Waves of frigid air sweeping across the U.S., briefly hitting the ArkLaTex. Here's when North Louisiana is likely to receive a bit of snow next week.

Gov. Jeff Landry has issued a State of Emergency in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana. “Keeping Louisianans safe is our top priority.

The State of Emergency includes all 64 parishes in the state and will allow for direct state assistance to support operational measures at the parish level and help protect "life, safety, and welfare of Louisianans.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry declared a State of Emergency Saturday afternoon, January 18, because of the threat for winter weather.