Summary
The Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) in Louisiana announced a 90-minute delay for all 45 of its schools on Thursday because of expected rain and possible flooding. This decision affects more than 31,000 students and adjusts bus schedules accordingly. The move follows wider regional school disruptions caused by winter storms.
Key Facts
- LPSS delayed the start of school by 90 minutes for all 45 schools due to anticipated rain.
- The delay affects over 31,000 students who attend schools within the LPSS.
- Bus routes will also run 90 minutes later than usual.
- The decision aims to ensure safety during the expected early-morning rain.
- LPSS communicated the delayed start via Facebook, indicating concern for possible isolated flash flooding.
- Many parents expressed concerns on Facebook about the delay affecting their work schedules.
- No weather alerts were active in Louisiana as of Wednesday night, though rain was expected in the region.
- The National Weather Service in Lake Charles forecasted rain moving into the area from late Wednesday, with the heaviest expected Thursday into early Friday.
