Flood Warning: Flood Warning issued June 21 at 9:27AM CDT until June 25 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA Read More
Flood Warning: Flood Warning issued June 21 at 9:27AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA Read More
Flood Warning: Flood Warning issued June 21 at 9:25AM CDT until June 23 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA Read More

Severe Weather Prompts Early Dismissal Across Calcasieu Parish Schools Due to Power Outages

By Calcasieu Staff

Published April 10, 2024

Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana - In response to the impact of severe weather in Southwest Louisiana this morning, the Calcasieu Parish School Board has taken decisive action to ensure the safety and well-being of students. As a result of widespread power outages throughout the district, all schools will be implementing an early dismissal at 8:30 a.m. today.

This measure aims to address the challenges posed by the ongoing power outages, which have disrupted normal operations across the region.

Normal dismissal procedures will be followed during this early release, ensuring that students are safely and efficiently dismissed according to their usual transportation arrangements. Parents and guardians are advised to coordinate with their children to ensure a smooth transition from school to home.

Vinton I-10 Westbound Right Lane Closure Scheduled March 31-April 1

Vinton, Louisiana - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced an overnight lane closure on Interstate 10 westbound in Vinton for roadway maintenance. According to the agency, the right lane of I-10 westbound will be closed from Coone...

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Lake Charles And Westlake I-10 Shoulder Closures Scheduled Through April 22, 2026

LAKE CHARLES, La. — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced multiple singular shoulder closures along Interstate 10 in both directions between mile marker 25 in Westlake and mile marker 31 in Lake Charles from Sunday, March 22, 2026,...

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Sulphur Drivers Advised Of March 16-20 Lane Closures At Beglis Pkwy Intersection

SULPHUR, LA. — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, or DOTD, said alternating lane closures are scheduled to begin Monday, March 16, 2026, at the intersection of E Burton Street and North Beglis Parkway in Sulphur as crews perform milling and...

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