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We're here in Louisiana and for most of us, this kind of heat isn't our first rodeo. So how do we handle it? We laugh about it!

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Hands down the hottest average temperature since the temperature started being officially recorded in 1874!

The outrageous heat has prompted the National Weather Service to issue an Excessive Heat Warning for today, and will most likely be extending that through the weekend.

Will you be able to brew your own Dr. Pepper? Will hyper-caffeinated Snapple drinks be available in convenience stores?

There have been far too many stories in the news this summer about parents leaving their kids in the car while they go in and shop. This is not okay! We all know that a quick trip in the store can end up being much more than that.

OK, we've had way too many days with temperatures over 100. And too few days of rain! Because of that, back in August, the city of Shreveport had asked for voluntary water conservation.

If you think the heat has been making you uncomfortable, just imagine how bad it is for those suffering from asthma! The high heat, humidity, and lack of wind have prompted state officials to declare today an Ozone Action Day here in Shreveport.

Is it ever going to rain again? This summer has been crazy. Dry, hot, and did I mention dry and hot? First it was Shreveport. Then Blanchard. Now, Haughton is asking help in conserving water.

This heat and dry spell has just been brutal! I think the last time I remember rain was 1980 something!!! Last week, the city of Shreveport asked residents to conserve water. Today, I got an email from Cindy at the Blanchard Utility Department about their water situation.

Let's see... 43 days of 100 plus temperatures... And no rain. It's been a crazy summer so far! Not only has the weather been creating a high demand on the power grid, it's also placing a huge demand on the water systems. The city of Shreveport today asked residents to voluntarily conserve water. That way, there won't be a need for any mandatory measures.

Earlier today, AEP Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) customers in Bossier Parish, near Benton, woke up to no power. Due to some equipment failure, the outage could last until tomorrow (Friday) morning! Now,  SWEPCO is trying to avoid the use of rolling blackouts for the rest of us. They are asking everyone to conserve power by turning off unnecessary lighting or electric appliances... a