rip currents

Louisiana motorists with beach plans in Alabama and Florida this weekend might want to rethink their plans for two very different reasons.

Louisiana beachgoers heading to Alabama and Florida this weekend and next week will encounter some "obstacles" on the way, while you're there, and coming home.

If a beach trip is in your plans for this Memorial Day Weekend make sure you're aware of what the rip current risk will be for where you'll be putting your toes in the water.

If you're heading to the beach for sun or Sand in My Boots this weekend, just know there is a danger lurking you might not be able to see.

Many beaches popular with Louisiana travelers in Alabama and Florida have been closed for several days and access could be restricted well into next week.

Temperatures are warming up and soon many will be heading to their favorite beach to cool down.

Louisiana beach goers who have plans for Mother's Day weekend could be wading into waves that include rip currents and a Great White Shark.

From Biloxi to Panama City beachgoers will need to check the flags before swimming each day.