Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry issued a “state of emergency” order Saturday ahead of a nasty winter storm that's expected to hit Louisiana this week. Landry’s declaration unlocks direct state assistance to support operational measures at the parish level.

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

Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency Saturday in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana early next week, when snow is expected to accumulate in some areas. The National Weather Service has issued extreme cold warnings for the state in effect from Monday through Thursday.

Louisiana and some parishes have declared a state of emergency due to a forecasted winter storm. Louisiana will have very cold weather and a chance of a winter storm starting Monday, Jan. 20. Governor Jeff Landry declares a State of Emergency for Louisiana On Saturday,

Gov. Jeff Landry issued a state of emergency Saturday in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana.

NEW ORLEANS — Governor Jeff Landry issued a State of Emergency on Saturday ahead of freezing conditions expected to hit Southeast Louisiana next week.

Gov. Jeff Landry has issued a State of Emergency in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana. Given the imminent threat of extreme weather

The State of Emergency includes all 64 parishes in the state and will allow for direct state assistance to support operational measures at the parish level and help protect "life, safety, and welfare of Louisianans.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry is issuing a State of Emergency declaration ahead of a forecasted deep freeze expected next week. In a news release, the governor asks Louisiana residents to download the “Get a Game Plan” app to stay updated on the state’s efforts to manage this potential weather emergency.