SUMMARY: Flash floods in Texas over the Fourth of July weekend killed more than 120 people, many caught off guard by rapid flooding. Though such floods are unlikely in Lafayette, heavy rain is forecast for southern Acadiana, raising flood risks. Lafayette uses two alert systems: National Weather Service (NWS) alerts and the local Lafayette Now system, which residents can subscribe to. The NWS categorizes alerts as “be aware,” “be prepared,” and “take action,” with flood advisories and watches signaling increasing risk. Residents are urged to prepare evacuation plans, assemble emergency kits, avoid floodwaters, and monitor alerts to stay safe. Sandbags are available at local sites.

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SUMMARY: Countless bridges in Terrebonne Parish remain closed, causing heavy traffic congestion amid hurricane season concerns. Parish President Jason Bergeron emphasizes that many bridges serve as key evacuation routes, raising worries about safe and timely evacuations. While one bridge is set to reopen soon, others could remain closed for months. Residents like Darlene Cook face limited exit options during floods, increasing evacuation challenges. The parish has year-round sandbag stations and is preparing flood gates for storms. Officials urge residents to plan evacuations early to avoid traffic issues. Bridge repairs range from structural failures to collision damage, with reopening dates through late 2025.

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SUMMARY: A tropical system currently moving over Florida has a 40% chance of developing as it approaches the Gulf, potentially emerging tonight or tomorrow. Louisiana faces significant rainfall, with 3 to 6 inches expected between Wednesday and Friday, and isolated amounts up to 10 inches possible, prompting a flood watch from 1 p.m. tomorrow through Friday night. The system is disorganized and sheared, but could organize into a tropical depression or storm. While wind impacts may be minor, the primary concern is heavy rain and flooding. Forecasts remain uncertain, so monitoring updates over the next few days is essential.

In its 8 a.m. advisory Tuesday, the NHC said the system, designated AL93, remains disorganized but is expected to reach the …

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