Shreveport, Louisiana – Louisiana starts the day under a gray, brittle sky as freezing rain taps windshields and coats power lines across the ArkLaTex. Roads glisten with a dull sheen, and conditions are poised to deteriorate quickly as cold air deepens and ice thickens.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, an Ice Storm Warning remains in effect through Sunday evening, with ice accumulations of one-half to three-quarters of an inch possible. Isolated locations could exceed that mark. An Extreme Cold Warning follows from Sunday evening through Tuesday morning as temperatures plunge toward zero in parts of north Louisiana.
Across northwest Louisiana, impacts extend beyond slick pavement. Ice-laden trees and power lines may fail, leading to scattered outages. Travel could become extremely dangerous or impossible, especially on bridges and elevated roadways. Emergency managers urge residents to avoid non-essential travel and prepare for prolonged cold.
In Shreveport, light freezing rain continues early, occasionally mixing with sleet. Even brief breaks in precipitation won’t improve conditions. Flash freezing becomes a serious concern as any melted ice refreezes quickly after dark. Drivers on I-20, I-49, and surface streets should slow down and expect sudden loss of traction.
The cold intensifies into early next week. Monday brings sunshine but little warmth, with highs barely reaching the low 30s and morning lows near 10 degrees. Wind chills dip lower, increasing the risk of frostbite and frozen pipes. Pets, plants, and exposed plumbing need protection.
Temperatures slowly rebound by midweek, but winter impacts linger. Additional advisories remain possible as conditions evolve. Are you seeing icing or outages where you are? Let us know what’s happening in your neighborhood.
Five-Day Outlook for Shreveport, Louisiana
• Today: Freezing rain and sleet likely; high near 29
• Sunday: Wintry mix, icy roads; high near 30
• Monday: Sunny, very cold; high near 31
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny; high near 39
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny; high near 41
