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The South is experiencing a historic winter storm, leading to extreme cold and hazardous travel conditions. Many schools have shut down due to the weather. Florida and Georgia are some of the states affected, with school closures across multiple counties. In Texas, cities like Houston and Dallas hav

Flying Out of BTR and MSY? Think Again!

Ever thought about flying out of Baton Rouge or New Orleans? Well, think again! The winter weather has brought a lot of snow, and it's causing big problems at the airports. The Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, or BTR, has canceled most of its morning flights. Their website says that flights before

Snow Storm Upends Basketball Schedules

It was a chilly surprise for basketball fans as Winter Storm Enzo left a record snowfall in southern states. The NBA had to postpone the Milwaukee Bucks vs. New Orleans Pelicans game because New Orleans wasn't ready for snow. The city usually has warm weather, so clearing big snow piles isn't someth

Snow in the Sunshine State: Florida's Rare Weather Event

Florida, typically known for its sunny beaches, has recently experienced something unusual: snow. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for the northern part of Florida, warning of hazardous winter weather including snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Early Wednesday, light snow continued

Snow in the South: Historic Storm Causes Chaos

A massive winter storm swept through the southern United States, dumping record-breaking snow in places like Florida and Louisiana. This is unusual for the region, which isn't used to such harsh winter weather. The storm led to road closures, flight cancellations, and even deaths. New Orleans got 8

Southern California’s Dry Spell Set to End with Anticipated Rain

Southern California, which has been plagued by a severe dry spell, is finally expecting some rain. After months of dry weather that fuelled devastating fires, there is hope that the upcoming rainfall might help tame the wildfire risks. Although forecast rainfall is minimal, totalling less than a thi

A Big Chill Hits the Southern US: Unusual Winter Storm Brings Snow and Cold

Imagine this: a massive winter storm is sweeping through the South, catching millions off guard. This isn't your typical snow day; it's a once-in-a-generation event! With temperatures plummeting and snow falling in places that rarely see it, over 40 million people are under winter weather alerts. Te

Bundle Up, Theme Park Fans! Chilly Morning Ahead

Hey, theme park lovers! Here's a heads-up for your Wednesday morning adventure at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort. The National Weather Service has dropped a Cold Weather Advisory for January 22, affecting areas like Inland Volusia, Northern Lake, Orange, Seminole, and Southern Lake c

Discovering Louisiana: WBRZ News Teams' Journey in the Historic Snowstorm

On Tuesday, January 21st, WBRZ's news, weather, and even sports teams hit the road. Their mission? To explore how residents were dealing with the first significant snowfall since 2018 in southeastern Louisiana. It was quite the show, with several inches of snow blanketing the region. Destiny Beasle