SUMMARY: Meteorologist Chase Ward reports cool morning temperatures in the mid to lower 50s across Arkansas, with some areas in the upper 40s. Expect a gradual warming to the mid-70s by noon, reaching the upper 70s to low 80s later in the day. Dry conditions persist, with no significant weather activity in the region, though hurricane Milton strengthens to nearly Category 5, impacting Florida with life-threatening storm surges. Local areas face dry weather concerns, leading to existing burn bans. High-pressure systems are influencing temperatures and conditions, while the extended forecast suggests a return to seasonal mid to lower 80s next week.

Dry air continues to settle in behind a cold front dropping dewpoints today. Clear skies have allowed for cooler morning temperatures in the lower 50’s. High pressure will set up just to the north and keep our weather pattern dry throughout the rest of the week. This combined with the southern boundary layer will keep Hurricane Milton on its current track towards Florida with no direct threat to the ArkLaMiss. Temperatures will warm up above average over the weekend as winds become more southerly. Dewpoints will climb back up helping to mitigate the current fire threat. Another dry front will arrive next week dropping temperatures back to more seasonal.

Source

SUMMARY: A powerful category four hurricane, currently about 500 miles from Florida, poses significant concerns for Tampa, especially regarding storm surge, projected at 10 to 15 feet. The hurricane’s intensity may fluctuate, potentially reverting to category five before making landfall late Wednesday into early Thursday, with sustained winds of 155 mph. Rain accumulation could reach 10 to 15 inches over the next week. While there are no major airport delays yet, this may change as outer rain bands approach. The area forecast remains stable, with temperatures in the 60s to 70s and winds gusting up to 20 mph.

Hurricane Milton is expected to become a category 5 again before making landfall as a category 3.

Subscribe to WDSU on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/1n00vnY

Get more New Orleans news: http://www.wdsu.com
Like us: http://www.facebook.com/wdsutv
Follow us: http://twitter.com/wdsu
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdsu6/

Source

SUMMARY: A one-year-old boy is in critical condition after being attacked by his babysitter’s dogs, leading to the arrest of babysitter Heather Rodriguez. This incident, which has drawn the attention of local authorities due to prior complaints about the dogs, resulted in severe injuries to the child, including damage to his throat. Rodriguez’s 13-year-old daughter reportedly intervened during the attack, sustaining minor injuries herself. Rodriguez faces serious charges related to the incident. Neighbor concerns about the aggressive dogs have been ongoing, and as the case develops, the toddler remains under critical care at a local hospital.

The KSAT 12 News Team provides a look at local, regional, statewide and national news events and the latest information on local traffic and weather issues.

Source