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Midday Ark-La-Miss News Update: Oct. 9, 2024
SUMMARY: Good afternoon! A recent survey by stamps.com found that despite the prevalence of digital communication, two-thirds of Americans still use traditional mail, with Gen Z enjoying nostalgic items like printed photos and handwritten letters. In Louisiana, Secretary of State Nancy Landry anticipates a 70% voter turnout for the upcoming election and urges residents to register online by next week. Meanwhile, in Crossett, Arkansas, this weekend‘s annual Wiggins Cabin Festival and Dragon Boat Races will also serve as a hub for hurricane relief donations. Lastly, meteorologist Chase Ward predicts warm days ahead with highs in the upper 80s, but cooler temperatures next week.
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Wednesday 5PM First Weather: Hurricane Milton approaches Florida Gulf Coast
SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm with winds at 120 mph, is rapidly approaching the Florida coast, creating dire conditions for residents. Officials emphasize the urgency of evacuations, as even short distances inland can significantly improve safety amid flooding risks. With lingering debris from Hurricane Helen, Milton poses additional threats, including destructive storm surges and tornadoesโat one point, there were seven active tornado watches across South Florida. As landfall is expected within hours, impacts such as heavy rains, strong winds, and tornado warnings will persist across the peninsula into the next day, necessitating continued vigilance.
WWL Louisiana meteorologist Alexa Trischler with a first weather look at Hurricane Milton as targets Florida landfall within the next few hours.
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Op-Ed: Louisiana makes progress on lawsuit abuse, but more action is needed | Opinion
SUMMARY: Louisiana’s civil justice climate is considered one of the worst nationally, prompting the recognition of Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week each October. Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch (LLAW) is spearheading efforts to highlight lawsuit abuse’s economic impact, which extends beyond rising insurance costs, affecting stability and business growth. Transparency in the civil justice system is essential for fostering a fair environment for businesses and families. During the latest legislative session, some progress was made, including repealing the direction action statute; however, key reforms were vetoed. A study revealed excessive tort litigation in Louisiana incurs over $3 billion in annual costs and significant job losses, stressing the need for comprehensive reform.
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Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall earlier that previously forecasted
SUMMARY: Dozens of tornadoes have been reported from the current storm, with confirmed sightings in rural areas. Tornado warnings are particularly active in regions near Saint Lucie and Hobe Sound, Florida. A tornado has also been confirmed north of Wellington. Doppler radar shows wind velocities escalating, with storm winds reaching 125 mph. The storm is about 100 miles from Sarasota, with potential landfall in 2 to 3 hours. Meanwhile, Florida’s weather remains pleasant with comfortable temperatures, but attention is focused on the imminent impact of the storm as it approaches land.
Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall earlier that previously forecasted
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