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KLFY93d ago
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Rain chances increase later this week

Extreme heat with heat index values in the triple digits continues through Wednesday, with feels-like temperatures reaching 105-115 degrees during the day. Overnight lows will be in the upper 70s, followed by highs in the upper 90s on Wednesday. Scattered rain is expected to return later in the week.

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KLFY93d ago
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Extreme heat continues, rain chances increase later in the week

Dangerous heat will grip Lafayette this Tuesday with mid-90s temperatures and heat index values reaching 115 degrees. Relief is expected later in the week as scattered storms move through the area by the weekend.

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KLFY93d ago
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Extreme heat continues, Rain chances increase late week

Dangerous heat is expected in Lafayette on Tuesday with mid-90s temperatures and heat index values reaching 115 degrees. Scattered storms are forecast to arrive late in the week, providing relief from the extreme heat conditions.

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KATC93d ago
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Heat continues again today as ridge remains firmly in place

Heat continues across Acadiana on Tuesday, July 28th, 2026, with Heat Advisories issued for the entire region as a high-pressure ridge remains locked in place over South Louisiana.

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KATC93d ago
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Lafayette Parish opens cooling centers as heat advisories continue across Acadiana

Lafayette Parish has opened multiple cooling centers equipped with air conditioning, fans, shade, and free bottled water to help residents cope with ongoing heat advisories across Acadiana. The centers provide relief during the hot weather and are available at various locations throughout the parish.

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KLFY94d ago
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Heat Advisories continue for Acadiana

Acadiana is experiencing dangerously hot weather with temperatures in the upper 90s and heat index values around 105°. Conditions will remain mostly quiet tonight with lows only cooling to the upper 70s, with some showers expected to end. Temperatures are expected to gradually fall out of the 90s later this week.

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KLFY94d ago
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Lafayette to continue cooling centers this week due to extreme heat

Lafayette is keeping cooling centers open throughout the week as the area faces extreme heat. The centers, which opened the previous week, will continue to provide relief for residents during the dangerous temperatures. This is a precautionary measure to help vulnerable populations stay safe during the heat emergency.

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KLFY94d ago
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Dangerous heat this week, Heat Advisory in effect

Acadiana is bracing for dangerous heat this week, with temperatures expected to reach near 100 degrees and hazardous heat index values. A Heat Advisory is in effect for the region, with relief expected in the form of scattered storms arriving late Thursday.

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KLFY94d ago
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Dangerous Heat This Week, Heat Advisory in Effect

Acadiana is bracing for dangerous heat this week with temperatures expected to reach near 100 degrees and hazardous heat index values. A Heat Advisory is in effect as the region experiences extreme conditions, with scattered storms predicted to arrive late Thursday to provide relief.

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KATC95d ago
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Summer heatwave persist in Acadiana

Acadiana is experiencing a persistent summer heatwave as the work week begins, with high temperatures expected to climb into the low to mid-90s. The region continues to deal with dry and hot conditions.

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KATC96d ago
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Summer heat and little to no rain chances

An upper-level ridge has settled over the region, bringing sustained summer heat and little to no rain chances over the next few days. Residents of Acadiana should prepare for hot and dry conditions.

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KLFY96d ago
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Dangerous Heat Expected for Acadiana

Acadiana is preparing for dangerous heat conditions beginning Sunday, with temperatures rising throughout the week. Residents should expect feels-like temperatures between 108 and 115 degrees, creating hazardous conditions across the region.

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KLFY96d ago
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Hot Weekend Temperatures, Little Relief Ahead

Acadiana will experience extreme heat and humidity this weekend and into next week, with temperatures reaching the upper 90s and heat indices climbing to 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Some relief from storms is expected late in the week.

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KLFY97d ago
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Summer heat builds, Triple-digits possible next week

Lafayette will face increasingly hot temperatures over the next week, with triple-digit heat possible early next week. Scattered storms are expected toward the end of the forecast period to bring some relief from the dangerous heat levels.

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KATC97d ago
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Little heat wave worsens into next week

A heat wave is building across Acadiana this weekend and will intensify into early next week, with increasingly hot temperatures expected. Relief from the heat is anticipated by the end of next week as the weather pattern is expected to change.

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KATC97d ago
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Acadiana returns to a dry and hot weather pattern

Acadiana is entering a dry and hot weather pattern as tropical activity quiets down. Residents should prepare for highs in the low 90s, with heat index values making it feel like 104°-108° due to humidity.

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KLFY97d ago
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Hotter and quieter weather returns to Acadiana

Hotter and much quieter weather is returning to Acadiana over the next several days. Temperatures will rise to the lower 90s in the afternoon with heat index values between 103° and higher. A few scattered showers are possible on Friday, but heat will be the dominant weather feature.

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KATC97d ago
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Tropical Storm Bertha strikes Gulf Coast near the Texas-Louisiana line in second landfall

Tropical Storm Bertha made a second landfall Thursday near the Texas-Louisiana state line after passing through southern Louisiana. The storm brought heavy surf and some flooding to the Gulf Coast as it moved slowly through the region.

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KLFY98d ago
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New Iberia residents face appliance damage after Cleco outage

Approximately 12,000 Cleco customers in New Iberia experienced a power outage on Saturday, June 6, caused by a broken crossarm on a transmission line. While power was restored the same afternoon, some homeowners reported damage to appliances and electronic equipment following the outage.

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KLFY98d ago
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Tropical Storm Bertha moving away from Louisiana

Tropical Storm Bertha is moving toward the Louisiana coast on Wednesday, where it is expected to weaken due to wind shear and interaction with land. The storm will impact the Acadiana region as it makes landfall.

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KLFY98d ago
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Tropical Storm Bertha makes History with Dual Weather Event

South Louisiana is experiencing a historic dual weather event as Tropical Storm Bertha develops in the Gulf while a dangerous heat wave simultaneously grips the state. The National Weather Service in New Orleans confirmed this unusual atmospheric pattern is a historical first for the region.

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KLFY99d ago
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Gov. Landry gives update as Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall

Governor Jeff Landry will hold a news conference Wednesday afternoon in Baton Rouge to provide updates on Tropical Storm Bertha as it makes landfall in Louisiana. State leaders will discuss the impact and response to the tropical storm affecting the region.

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KATC99d ago
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Latest advisory on Tropical Storm Bertha, and details on today's extreme heat!

Tropical Storm Bertha is currently positioned 45 miles northeast of the Mouth of the Mississippi River with sustained winds of 50 mph, moving west at 5 mph. The storm poses a potential threat to the Louisiana coast and Acadiana region. Today also brings extreme heat conditions to the area.

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KLFY99d ago
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Extreme Heat Warning for Acadiana

An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Acadiana today with dangerous heat and humidity levels. Temperatures are expected to reach the mid to upper 90s this afternoon, with heat index values approaching 115°F, making it critical for residents to stay hydrated and take precautions against heat-related illness.

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