SUMMARY: Recent rain has led to a sinkhole in the Lake View area, but residents have received good news as a water main break has been repaired, restoring water service. The large sinkhole is located on Louisville Street at the corner of Filmore Avenue. Authorities are now focused on filling the hole, with plans to complete the work by the end of the day.

Massive Sinkhole on the corner Filmore Avenue and Louisville Street in Lakeview. Water has been restored ahead of Francine.

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SUMMARY: Meteorologist Chase Ward reports scattered showers primarily in southern Louisiana, affecting areas like Katula and Concordia Parish, with no impacts expected north of the I-20 corridor. While temperatures are in the mid to upper 60s, humidity is increasing due to Gulf moisture. Tropical Storm Francine has strengthened and may reach hurricane status as it slowly moves north. This could bring heavy rain and wind, especially east of Highway 165, with potential flash flooding in those areas. Rain bands are expected to impact the region by lunchtime tomorrow, with clearing expected by Friday.

Today looks to be the transition from nice quiet weather to the introduction of showers and active weather before Francine arrives. A mid level disturbance combined with the extra gulf moisture will support showers along and south of I-20 this afternoon. Francine will arrive tomorrow evening and bring all the expected tropical storm impacts. This will include excessive rainfall, gusty winds, and even a tornadic threat. Based off the latest model runs, the center track of the storm looks to move over the Mississippi River Valley as it head north. The highest winds will be near the walls of the center storm which will impact the eastern fringe of the ArkLaMiss. The tornadic threat will be mainly east of hwy 165 and the greatest risk east of the Mississippi River. Francine will exit on Thursday with some lingering showers. We will clear out by Friday and return to more seasonal temperatures into the weekend.

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SUMMARY: The 4:00 advisory from the National Hurricane Center confirmed minimal changes regarding Hurricane Francine, which is about 550 miles away and shows little organization. Rainy conditions are expected today, with the storm impacting the area more significantly tomorrow. Predictions suggest it may strengthen to a category one or two before making landfall late Wednesday. Areas affected can expect wind gusts up to 55 mph, heavy rainfall of 3-8 inches, and potential flooding. A tropical storm warning is in place for certain regions, with conditions expected to improve by the weekend. Flood watches remain active until Thursday.

Francine moving toward Louisiana, will get stronger

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