As Tropical Storm Nicholas is making its way on land into Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana, some Acadiana parishes have opened up sandbag locations.
Due to the heavy rain, more than two dozen roads are closed throughout Lafayette Parish. And as a precaution, sandbags are available for Lafayette Parish residents.
Because of the rising river levels and recent heavy rains, St. Martin Parish President Chester Cedars has declared a State Of Emergency for Lower St. Martin Parish.
As Tropical Storm Marco and Tropical Storm Laura approach the coast of Louisiana, the Lafayette Consolidated Government is providing its residents with resources to protect themselves and their homes from potential storm damage.
The city of Scott has announced they are making sandbags available today for residents of Scott due to rising water and flooding potential throughout the area.
Iberia Parish President M. Larry Richard has announced the following sites are open. Residents will need to bring their own shovel and be prepared to fill their own sandbags.