The current forecast still predicts that the storm will hit well west of us, but regardless, it seems that we are in for serious weather on Monday. We will officially cancel classes on Monday, and close except for essential personnel. This also gives you more ability to evacuate if you choose.

There is still a lot of uncertainty around the forecast for Tropical Storm Ida, but our weather partners are now predicting that it may make landfall on the central Louisiana coast Sunday afternoon. In New Orleans, we can expect to experience tropical weather conditions as early as late Saturday night, continuing into Monday.

We are monitoring a tropical disturbance that is predicted to impact the New Orleans area this weekend. The main threat will be from heavy rain.

Now is a good time to gather supplies and review your hurricane plans. For a refresher on what to do before, during and after a weather emergency, read the information on this website.

Please stay weather aware over the coming days. We will advise if we anticipate any changes to university operations as a result of this system.

With the forecast calling for some mix of rain, plummeting temperatures and possible ice and sleet, classes are cancelled for Monday, February 15. Dining, the sports complex and library will remain open. And, the Lundi Gras event will be moved indoors to the St. Charles room. 

Our main campus and the law school have power as of last night and we have been promised quick progress for Cabra and Founders Halls.  The boiler for the main campus has just been repaired, so there should be hot water within a few hours.  

Let’s all take a moment to give a big virtual hug to our exhausted Facilities, Residence Life, IT and LUPD staff, and to all who have helped get us through.  We cannot thank them enough.