Louisiana Snow Scene: Mandeville Drone Shots

MANDEVILLE, La. (WGNO) — The Bayou State was transformed on Tuesday, Jan. 21, when 10.5 inches of snow fell on Louisiana, transforming the region into a winter wonderland.

The video attached at the top of this story features gorgeous sky footage of Mandeville, taken during the historic snowfall, and appearing like something out of a classic Christmas film.

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The day won’t soon be forgotten, with snowball fights, sledding, snowmen and sheer beauty on display for people everywhere to enjoy.

The last time such a major snowstorm hit our state was 130 years ago in 1895, with the 10.5 inches falling on Tuesday even exceeding the previous historic storm’s turnout. The storm proved a stark contrast to Louisiana’s annual average of under half an inch of snow.

With cities and streets in total gridlock for several days following the winter event, residents were given the opportunity for a break from day to day life as they enjoyed and beheld the once-in-a-generation weather.

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