Lake Charles, LA – A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for portions of Louisiana and southeast Texas ahead of a strong cold front expected Friday, October 16. Forecasters warn that gusty winds, low humidity and ongoing drought conditions could create an increased risk of rapidly spreading wildfires heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, the Fire Weather Watch is in effect from 11 a.m. Friday until 1 a.m. Saturday, primarily affecting areas along and north of Interstate 10.
Communities near Alexandria, Leesville, DeRidder, Oakdale, Opelousas and Lafayette are among the areas highlighted in the watch. Portions of southeast Texas, including areas near Jasper, are also included…