Though snow has stopped falling in Louisiana, continued freezing overnight temperatures mean residents should beware of black ice and fire hazards, Gov. Jeff Landry said in a press conference Wednesday afternoon. Such precautions will help the state avoid tragic events, Landry said.

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry will be giving an update on Wednesday afternoon as snow and ice are still on roadways.

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

Southern Louisiana from New Orleans to Baton Rouge to Lafayette was covered with historic snowfall Tuesday as Governor Jeff Landry announces closures.

Gov. Jeff Landry gave an update Tuesday about the severe winter weather that brought heavy snow to the state.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry said the state is facing potential record snowfall that could close Mississippi River bridges from Baton Rouge to New Orleans.

Louisiana State Police bought a small passenger plane for $5.5 million in September that Gov. Jeff Landry has been using to travel around the state.

A state of emergency was issued for Louisiana ahead of the winter storm. Landry said the storm presents a very dangerous situation for people, pipes, pets and plants. He directs people to visit virtual.

Officials urged residents to stay off the road Wednesday, when dangerous conditions like black ice could occur.

WAFB's Ethan Tuttle is live with winter weather coverage in the Sherwood area of Baton Rouge. John Eads is live in Walker with how the winter weather is impacting the area.