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Weekend Weather: Saturday, August 3
SUMMARY: This weekend will be extremely hot, with excessive heat warnings in effect and temperatures feeling like 115°F in some areas. Scattered showers and storms are possible today due to a cold front moving south, but the work week ahead is expected to be mostly dry. Meanwhile, tropical depression 4 is strengthening and will likely become tropical storm Debbie, impacting Florida’s Big Bend region by early Monday. It could produce heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and storm surge of up to 5 feet. Fortunately, Southeast Louisiana will remain unaffected, facing only oppressive heat and high humidity.
Scorching heat and humidity will continue through the weekend and into much of next week. This weekend a front will move into the deep south.
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Monday 5am Tropical Update: Hurricane expected to make landfall in Louisiana by Wednesday
SUMMARY: A developing tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico is expected to make landfall as a hurricane in Louisiana on Wednesday, prompting urgent preparations. Currently, the storm is still unorganized but forecast models suggest it could strengthen to a category one hurricane, impacting areas around Lafayette and Southeast Louisiana, including St. Mary and Terrebonne Parishes. Wind gusts may reach up to 100 mph along the coast, while rainfall totals could range from 3 to 6 inches. Although there are no warnings issued yet, residents should prepare for potential stronger impacts as the storm approaches. Conditions are expected to improve by Thursday.
Potential Tropical Cyclone 6 has formed in the southern Gulf of Mexico. It is forecast to become a category 1 hurricane and make landfall in South Louisiana. Impacts in Southeast LA and South MS: heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding is expected Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Wednesday and Thursday will bring the roughest weather. Tropical downpours may lead to street flooding.
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It's the coolest morning since May
SUMMARY: Good Monday morning! Meteorologist Justin Hor reports a refreshing start with temperatures in the 50s and 60s, marking one of the coolest mornings since late May. San Antonio currently sits in the mid-60s, with a forecasted high of 88°F and plenty of sunshine. Meanwhile, in the Gulf of Mexico, potential Tropical Cyclone 6 is likely to become Tropical Storm Francine, with minimal impacts expected for Texas. Heavy rain will affect Deep South Texas. Only a trace of rain is anticipated for San Antonio on Wednesday, with a 20% chance of rain while temperatures rise to the mid-90s by the weekend.
A cool morning, warm afternoon, and activity in the Gulf of Mexico
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Convicted felons can regain their right to vote; how you can do the same in NELA
SUMMARY: As the presidential election approaches, there are questions about voting rights for convicted felons. Local criminal defense attorney Laval Solomon explains that voting rights are suspended only during incarceration, parole, or probation. First-time felony offenders can automatically regain voting rights after completing their sentence without needing a pardon. To fully restore rights, including firearms, one can apply for a gold seal pardon through the state pardon board. If parole or probation has ended, individuals simply need to register to vote. For more information on restoring voting rights in Louisiana, visit expungement assistance resources.
Convicted felons can regain their right to vote; how you can do the same in NELA
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