KGLA-DT (Telemundo) · Channel 42
Full power TV station · Hammond, Louisiana
KGLA-DT is a full power over-the-air TV station affiliated with Telemundo on virtual channel 42, licensed to Hammond, Louisiana. Its signal is estimated to reach about 112 cities and towns within 64 miles.
About KGLA-DT
Full-power stations are the main licensed broadcasters in a market. They may run the highest power from the tallest towers and are protected from interference, so they set the core of what you can receive.
At 752 kW effective radiated power, KGLA-DT runs more power than 72% of full-power TV stations nationwide (median: 273 kW).
Its antenna sits 309 m above the average surrounding terrain, higher than 32% of full-power stations. Taller antennas see farther: this one's radio horizon is roughly 53 miles, beyond which the signal fades quickly.
We estimate a fair-or-better signal out to about 64 miles with an outdoor antenna. That area includes 112 cities and towns in our guide with about 1,620,000 residents, as far as West Gulfport, MS (58 miles).
KGLA-DT shares its transmitter site with WPXL-TV (ION) and WHNO. One antenna aimed at this site picks up all of them.
The nearest other Telemundo station in our data is WLFT-CD in Baton Rouge, LA, 72 miles away. Viewers between the two can sometimes receive both.
Telemundo is a Spanish-language broadcast network with telenovelas, news, entertainment and major soccer coverage. It is one of the two largest Spanish-language networks on U.S. antenna TV.
Station facts
| Network | Telemundo |
| Virtual channel | 42 |
| Station type | Full power (DTV) |
| City of license | Hammond, LA |
| Tower location | 29.97833, -89.94056 |
| Effective radiated power | 752 kW |
| Antenna height (HAAT) | 309 m (1,014 ft) |
| FCC facility ID | 83945 |
| License status | Licensed |
Cities that can receive KGLA-DT
Estimated with an outdoor antenna. Direction is from the city toward the tower.
| City | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalmette, LA | 2.9 mi | 31° NNE | Strong |
| Terrytown, LA | 7.2 mi | 49° NE | Strong |
| Gretna, LA | 8.1 mi | 57° ENE | Strong |
| New Orleans, LA | 8.2 mi | 78° ENE | Strong |
| Timberlane, LA | 8.9 mi | 38° NE | Strong |
| Belle Chasse, LA | 9.0 mi | 19° NNE | Strong |
| Harvey, LA | 9.7 mi | 58° ENE | Strong |
| Marrero, LA | 11 mi | 60° ENE | Strong |
| Woodmere, LA | 12 mi | 45° NE | Strong |
| Metairie, LA | 13 mi | 92° E | Strong |
| Jefferson, LA | 13 mi | 86° E | Strong |
| Westwego, LA | 13 mi | 67° ENE | Strong |
| Metairie Terrace, LA | 13 mi | 90° E | Strong |
| Estelle, LA | 14 mi | 47° NE | Strong |
| Harahan, LA | 16 mi | 80° E | Strong |
| River Ridge, LA | 17 mi | 86° E | Strong |
| Waggaman, LA | 17 mi | 76° ENE | Strong |
| Kenner, LA | 18 mi | 93° E | Strong |
| Slidell, LA | 23 mi | 205° SSW | Strong |
| Lacombe, LA | 23 mi | 180° S | Good |
| Destrehan, LA | 25 mi | 84° E | Good |
| Luling, LA | 26 mi | 83° E | Good |
| Mandeville, LA | 27 mi | 164° SSE | Good |
| Laplace, LA | 33 mi | 101° E | Good |
| Covington, LA | 36 mi | 164° SSE | Good |
| Reserve, LA | 37 mi | 98° E | Good |
| Picayune, MS | 41 mi | 203° SSW | Good |
| Bay Saint Louis, MS | 43 mi | 238° WSW | Good |
| Raceland, LA | 43 mi | 66° ENE | Good |
| Diamondhead, MS | 45 mi | 230° SW | Good |
| Carriere, MS | 47 mi | 201° SSW | Good |
| Hammond, LA | 48 mi | 139° SE | Good |
| Long Beach, MS | 54 mi | 242° WSW | Good |
| Houma, LA | 54 mi | 60° ENE | Good |
| Thibodaux, LA | 54 mi | 76° ENE | Good |
| Bayou Cane, LA | 54 mi | 63° ENE | Good |
| Bogalusa, LA | 56 mi | 186° S | Fair |
| Gulfport, MS | 57 mi | 242° WSW | Fair |
| West Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | 240° WSW | Fair |
| Gonzales, LA | 61 mi | 107° ESE | Fair |
Other network stations nearby
Frequently asked questions
Where is the KGLA-DT transmitter tower?
KGLA-DT broadcasts from a tower at 29.9783, -89.9406, near Chalmette, LA. It is licensed to Hammond, Louisiana.
What channel is KGLA-DT on?
KGLA-DT appears as virtual channel 42 (42.1 and its subchannels) when you scan with an antenna, carrying Telemundo.
How far does KGLA-DT broadcast?
With an outdoor antenna, reception is usually workable up to about 64 miles from the tower, and possible in good conditions out to roughly 73 miles. Hills and buildings can shorten that.
How many people can watch KGLA-DT with an antenna?
About 1,620,000 people live in the 112 cities and towns within its estimated fair-signal range, not counting rural residents between them.
Which way do I point my antenna for KGLA-DT?
Open the live finder from your address to get the exact compass bearing to the KGLA-DT tower, or use the table above if your city is listed.