Meteorologist Jake Dalton

10/10 weather for a long walk around the lakes 🐶

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And so it begins 🌴🌀

The National Hurricane Center has issued its first 7-day tropical outlook of the 2026 hurricane season - the good news there are no worries for the foreseeable future.

These early outlooks began in 2021 after multiple years of pre-season tropical storms. The change was made to improve awareness and preparedness ahead of the official start to hurricane season.

Hurricane season itself still runs June 1 through November 30.

That true Louisiana summer steam is coming back and will stick around for the foreseeable future! Heading into late May, cold fronts become less and less likely.

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You may have noticed termite activity increasing the last few days.

The LSU AgCenter experts recommend:
• Turn off outdoor lights in the evenings to avoid attracting swarmers
• Check for mud tubes along walls, a common sign of termites in your home
• Keep wood, mulch and debris away from your home’s foundation when possible
• Don’t panic if a few termites get in through a door, but swarming indoors is a concern
• Fix leaks and reduce excess moisture, which termites thrive in

If you start seeing mud tubes, indoor swarms or signs of damage, it may be time to call a professional. Learn what to watch for and how to protect your home: https://tinyurl.com/mvn4kwvk

Tonight, I had the pleasure to sit down with State Climatologist Jay Grymes as we prepare for the 2026 hurricane season. We covered Louisiana's hurricane history and what you need to know before the next storm develops. Our special premieres May 30th on Louisiana First News 🌀

STREET FLOODING 🌧️ - Heavy rain caused more street flooding around the city of Baton Rouge this evening. Thanks to Ashley Grover for sharing these photos with me!

Water has receded a bit now… but two cars drove through flood water and are now stalled out under the Acadian underpass. This is always a spot to avoid when there's heavy rain!