Though snow has stopped falling in Louisiana, continued freezing overnight temperatures mean residents should beware of black ice and fire hazards, Gov. Jeff Landry said in a press conference Wednesday afternoon. Such precautions will help the state avoid tragic events, Landry said.

Gov. Jeff Landry gave an update Tuesday about the severe winter weather that brought heavy snow to the state. Landry was joined by leaders of the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP),

Governor Jeff Landry declares winter weather emergency in Louisiana with National Weather Service issuing extreme cold warnings.

Southern Louisiana from New Orleans to Baton Rouge to Lafayette was covered with historic snowfall Tuesday as Governor Jeff Landry announces closures.

The Louisiana governor will appear before the U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure to talk about the state's infrastructure, economy and environment.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry said the state is facing potential record snowfall that could close Mississippi River bridges from Baton Rouge to New Orleans.

Gov. Jeff Landry gave an update Tuesday about the severe winter weather that brought heavy snow to the state.

Officials urged residents to stay off the road Wednesday, when dangerous conditions like black ice could occur.

WAFB's Ethan Tuttle is live with winter weather coverage in the Sherwood area of Baton Rouge. John Eads is live in Walker with how the winter weather is impacting the area.

A state of emergency was issued for Louisiana ahead of the winter storm. Landry said the storm presents a very dangerous situation for people, pipes, pets and plants. He directs people to visit virtual.