Lafayette is expected to receive heavy rain over the next few days, and city officials are urging residents to prepare in advance.
According to the National Weather Service, a flood warning is expected to be in place until June 18.
Rain and thunderstorms are expected throughout the afternoon, with some periods of heavy rainfall. Rainfall totals of 1–2 inches are possible. The weather service also said to expect a chance of rain and thunderstorms this evening, with rain becoming more likely toward early morning. Another 0.25–0.5 inches of rain is possible overnight. Skies will remain mostly cloudy…