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Monday 12 PM Tropical Update: Tropical development is possible

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-07-29 12:24:57

SUMMARY: The National Hurricane Center has identified a cluster of clouds in the Atlantic with a 50% chance of development as it approaches the Bahamas later this week. The European model indicates potential development and movement toward the U.S. East Coast, while the GFS model suggests minimal development and only some rainfall for Florida and Cuba. Saharan dust and dry air may hinder strengthening. Locally, the forecast expects high temperatures around 94-95°F, with heat indices reaching near 110°F, prompting possible heat advisories. Higher rain chances may arise as a ridge of high pressure shifts westward this weekend.

The National Hurricane Center is highlighting a medium chance for tropical development in the next seven days. Right now there is almost nothing visible to track, but models show a low-pressure area could start to organize some as it moves from the western Atlantic Ocean to somewhere roughly around the northern Caribbean or Bahamas in the first couple of days of August.

Long-range models differ on the eventual outcome. The European model shows it will develop somewhere near the Bahamas next weekend and curve around high pressure in the Atlantic. This could take it just east of the US East Coast. The American model does not show much organization at all and just has messy moisture drifting into the Caribbean next weekend. There will be some dry, dusty air which could limit development.

This is just an early look. It’s too early to say how organized it will get or exactly where it could end up.

We’ll continue to watch closely through this upcoming week. Right now, there are no threats for our part of the Gulf Coast through the next seven days.

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Law enforcement agencies slam Bexar County sheriff’s policy that rejects certain inmates from jail

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November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-11-21 22:29:21

SUMMARY: Bear County law enforcement agencies express concern over a new booking policy by Sheriff Javier Salazar, which delays jail intake for suspects requiring medical screening. The directive, aimed at addressing jail deaths, mandates that suspects detoxing from substances or with serious medical conditions must be evaluated at a hospital before booking. This has led to significant delays and complications for officers, with reports of suspects being released instead of booked. Smaller agencies worry that the policy jeopardizes public safety. Despite the concerns raised, Sheriff Salazar maintains that the policy is necessary to improve health outcomes for detainees.

Several area law enforcement agencies said a new directive from Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar puts public safety at risk.

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Thursday 5PM First Weather: Few degrees colder next two mornings

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November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-11-21 17:12:59

SUMMARY: Chilly air has settled in, and temperatures are expected to drop further tonight and into the weekend. Chief meteorologist Chris Franklin reports that temperatures will be a few degrees colder, with widespread 30s on the North Shore and 50s in the metro area. Clear skies have resulted in high temperatures staying below average, with daytime highs in the 60s. The colder air might allow North Shore areas to reach the 30s and create patchy frost by Saturday morning. Chris will provide updates on how long this cold spell will last as Thanksgiving approaches.

WWL Louisiana Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin with a first look at New Orleans-area forecast for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024.

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Four shot, 1 dead in French Quarter shooting

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November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDSU News – 2024-11-21 13:26:14

SUMMARY: New Orleans police are investigating a deadly shooting near the intersection of Iberville and Royal Streets in the French Quarter, where four people were shot, one fatally. The shooting occurred around 12:30 PM and follows a recent mass shooting in the Saint Roch neighborhood. Authorities are still gathering details. Meanwhile, families are preparing for Thanksgiving, with some small savings expected for the holiday dinner this year. Updates on both stories are being provided on air and online.

Four shot, 1 dead in French Quarter shooting

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