Gov. Jeff Landry laid out how Louisiana is preparing for snow, ice and freezing weather as a winter storm nears.

Gov. Jeff Landry and state leaders will be talking about severe winter weather bringing snow to Louisiana in a Monday afternoon press conference.

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry issued a “state of emergency” order Saturday ahead of a nasty winter storm that's expected to hit Louisiana this week. Landry’s declaration unlocks direct state assistance to support operational measures at the parish level.

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

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said during a conference call with emergency preparedness officials and parish leaders that his main concern with the winter storm expected in the state is highway safety.