storm prediction center

A new tropical trouble spot and a significant change in Louisiana's weather pattern will affect the your plans during these final days of July.

Louisiana won't experience a total washout with this weekend's weather but do expect periods of very heavy rainfall and the possibility of localized flooding.

Strong storms are marching southward across Louisiana as a cold front, yes a cold front, brings a break in the heat for the Gulf South over the next few days.

The combination of afternoon thunderstorms and the sea breeze could create tropical funnel clouds across South Louisiana again this afternoon.

The National Weather Service says severe storms with damaging winds and torrential downpours are possible across almost all of Louisiana today.

Rain chances are down but the threat of severe storms remains relatively high for much of Louisiana.

Strong to severe storms and possible tornadoes are in the forecast for many of the same areas in Louisiana that received storm damage over the weekend.

The Storm Prediction Center says the entire state of Louisiana is at risk for potentially life-threatening weather conditions today.