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Ahead of the Storm: Outlook for 2025 hurricane season, remembering Hurricane Katrina
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The StormTracker Team at Louisiana First News has everything you need to know for hurricane preparedness. On the 'Ahead of the Storm' special, anchor Andre Moreau and Louisiana First meteorologists provide key updates on storm predictions and hurricane preparedness. Since 2000, at least 40 tropical or subtropical cyclones have impacted Louisiana, with the most recent being Hurricane Francine on Sept. 11, 2024. Gulf policymakers detail efforts to brace for 2025 hurricanes Forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predict an above-normal hurricane season for the Atlantic Basin this year. 60% chance of an above-normal season. 30% chance of a near-normal season. 10% chance of a below-normal season. Between 13 to 19 named storms are expected to form, with six to 10 potentially becoming hurricanes. Of those, 3 to 5 could be major hurricanes. Experts remind residents that not all storms will make landfall in Louisiana, and some may either hit other parts of the U.S. coast or dissipate at sea. Still, preparation is essential every season. Are you ready for hurricane season? Louisiana leaders urge residents to prepare Andrea Barry Chantal Dexter Erin Fernand Gabrielle Humberto Imelda Jerry Karen Lorenzo Melissa Nestor Olga Pablo Rebekah Sebastien Tanya Van Wendy This year marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina, one of the most catastrophic storms in U.S. history. Katrina struck Louisiana on Aug. 29, 2005, as a Category 3 storm with sustained winds of 125 mph. Turmoil, worry swirl over cuts to key federal agencies as hurricane season begins The failure of levees in New Orleans led to catastrophic flooding, contributing to the deaths of over 1,300 people in the state. The storm caused billions of dollars in damage and forever changed the landscape and resilience planning of Louisiana. As 2025's hurricane season begins, residents are urged to take preparedness seriously. The season is from June 1 to Nov. 30. Louisiana residents urged to review insurance policies as hurricane season begins Jessie J reveals 'early' breast cancer diagnosis Louisiana bill inspired by Make America Healthy Again movement heads to governor Baton Rouge man accused of putting tracking device on woman's vehicle Missing California woman, 31, found dead in Arizona Woman's Hospital launches mobile mammography unit to expand cancer screenings Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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18-05-2025
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Port Barre event held for child abuse prevention awareness
PORT BARRE, La. (KLFY)- Community members held the first annual Archangels Child Abuse Prevention event at Bosco's Specialty Meats, focused on taking action against the growing issues of child abuse in America. Van Godeau, the organizer of the event, a shared how he believes child abuse has become an epidemic. 'It's time, oh my goodness, for something to be done, we have an epidemic of child abuse throughout the nation and complacency of our leaders,' said Godeau. At the event, there was food, music, and plenty of fun for the kids. Godeau said beyond raising awareness, their mission is to get child abuse prevention taught in schools. 'We attempting to get it into the schools, that's the primary objective, innocent people stand up to plead and get active in this, make it a high priority, make it a high priority,' Godeau said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Andre Moreau, a news anchor with Louisiana First News, also attended the event. Moreau shared with me he too experienced abuse as a child. Now, he said he's using his voice to speak for children who feel like they can't use theirs. 'I want to give children a voice because the young child, and I was eight when it started for me, doesn't tell anybody, we tell kids not to get in the car with a stranger, why wouldn't you tell them that there are predators out there that exist,' Moreau said. Moreau said he is grateful for the parents and children who showed up to take a stand but hopes even more families will join the cause. 'It's something that nobody wants to talk about, but I mean, I applause these parents, for being here with their children because they're way ahead of others who are not here or haven't had a chance to hear this message,' Moreau said. Two Acadiana high school baseball teams win state titles Port Barre event held for child abuse prevention awareness Seniors come up big as Cajuns earn 8-6 win over A-State Acadiana to experience hot and windy Sunday with highs near 90 Promoter's Caution could add random layer of chaos in NASCAR All-Star Race Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
