Hurricane Sally approaches Mississippi
Hurricane Sally is expected to make landfall Tuesday night or Wednesday in the southern states of Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Biloxi, Mississippi.
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When will Hurricane Sally make landfall?
Hurricane Sally could bring storm surge of up to 11 feet for parts of the Gulf Coast and rainfall of up to 16 inches. Meteorologist Lonnie Quinn joins "CBS Evening News" with more on the latest track and forecast.
Hurricane Sally bears down on Gulf Coast
Parts of Louisiana and Mississippi are being warned to expect huge storm surges as Hurricane Sally closes in on the Gulf Coast. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN with a closer look at where and when the storm is expected to hit.
Tropical Storm Sally strengthens in the Gulf
The storm poses a "very significant threat" when it hits land this week, bringing "life-threatening" storm surge from Louisiana to the Mississippi/Alabama border.
Louisiana governor on Tropical Storm Sally
Tropical Storm Sally is headed toward Louisiana, where it is expected to make landfall as a hurricane and could produce "life-threatening" storm surge, according to the National Hurricane Center. Watch Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards and New Orleans National Weather Service meteorologist Benjamin Schott give the latest update.
Tropical Storm Sally to hit as a hurricane
Tropical Storm Sally is on track to strike the Gulf Coast on Tuesday, possibly as a Category 1 hurricane. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli has the forecast.
"Vicious" mosquitoes are killing Louisiana livestock after hurricane
The bites leave animals anemic and bleeding under their skins, and they also become exhausted from constantly moving in an attempt to avoid the insects.
Hospital guard turned medical student inspires others
A former hospital guard in Louisiana is now training to be a doctor at the same hospital, while also inspiring others to follow in his footsteps. Nikki Battiste reports.
Climate migration on the rise in Louisiana
Victims of Hurricane Laura are struggling to find shelter and some may never return to their homes again. But as more people flee flooded areas of Louisiana, there's discontent in the communities receiving them. Quartz reporter Tim McDonnell joined CBSN to explain why the state may see the biggest climate change migration in history.
Louisiana city not taking hurricane evacuees
In the aftermath of Hurricane Laura, the city of Lafayette, Louisiana is refusing to take in evacuees as hundreds of thousands across the state are without power and access to water systems. Officials are citing concerns of a "serious, local security threat" after the police shooting of a Black man. Ashley White, a reporter for the Daily Advertiser in Lafayette, joined CBSN to explain the connection between the two events.
Hurricane Laura recovery could take months
Over the weekend, President Trump visited a storm-battered Louisiana where hundreds of thousands of residents are without power. Omar Villafranca spoke with Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter and a volunteer who helped elderly residents of an apartment building who were stranded by the storm.
Michigan pays tribute to COVID-19 victims
There was a powerful sight in Detroit over the weekend where more than 900 faces of those killed by COVID-19 were displayed on billboards for a citywide public memorial. This comes as other states still face struggles combating the pandemic. Lilia Luciano reports.
Thousands left homeless after Hurricane Laura
In Louisiana, more than 350,000 people remain without power in the wake of Hurricane Laura. Downed power lines are also blocking roads across the state, making recovery efforts difficult. Omar Villafranca takes a look.
Trump surveys damage from Hurricane Laura
President Trump on Saturday visited parts of Louisiana and Texas that were hard-hit by Hurricane Laura. Thousands are still without power and at least 14 people died in the storm. Omar Villafranca reports.
Just The Facts: Hurricane Laura
Fifteen years after Hurricane Katrina struck Louisiana, an even more powerful Hurricane Laura hit the Pelican State. How did it compare? Lee Cowan looks at the numbers.
Trump tours damage from Hurricane Laura in Texas and Louisiana
His visit comes two days after the Category 4 storm smashed into the Gulf Coast.
Trump in Louisiana
President Trump on Saturday toured damage from Hurricane Laura in Lake Charles, Louisiana. "This was a tremendously powerful storm," Mr. Trump said. Watch his remarks.
Hundreds of thousands still without power in Louisiana
The coastline devastated by Hurricane Laura has started a long and gloomy recovery as residents confront the possibility that basic services may not return for weeks – or longer.
Non-profit assists Hurricane Katrina victims
Fifteen years ago this weekend, Hurricane Katrina made landfall, devastating New Orleans and the surrounding region. Michelle Miller reports on one non-profit group that got to work in New Orleans and is still helping homeowners pick up the pieces.
Hurricane Laura hits U.S. as Category 4 storm
Hurricane Laura made landfall in the Gulf Coast as a Category 4 storm, bringing winds of 120 to 150 miles per hour. Tony Dokoupil, Omar Villafranca, Jonathan Vigliotti and Errol Barnett are in Louisiana, where winds and rain have already caused significant destruction. Lonnie Quinn also joins "CBS This Morning" to forecast where the storm is headed.
At least 14 dead in U.S. from Hurricane Laura
"The death toll from Hurricane Laura more than doubled to at least 10 in Louisiana and four in Texas. Most were killed by trees falling on homes or by carbon monoxide poisoning while using generators. Omar Villafranca reports. "
Trump to visit Texas, Louisiana to view damage
President Trump will go to both Louisiana and Texas on Saturday to get a first hand look at the damage wrought by Hurricane Laura. The president is campaigning in New Hampshire on Friday, trying to build political momentum after his speech to almost 2,000 mostly-maskless supporters Thursday night on the White House lawn. Weijia Jiang reports.
U.S. death toll from Hurricane Laura rises to 14
At least 10 people died in Louisiana and at least four died in Texas.
Laura strikes Louisiana, killing 6
The storm is bringing "catastrophic storm surge, extreme winds and flash flooding" to portions of the state.
Hurricane Laura topples Confederate statue in Louisiana
It stood on a pedestal in front of a Louisiana courthouse for over a century, until the powerful storm knocked it down.
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