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Long range forecasts indicate possible tropical development in Gulf mid-July
SUMMARY: Long-range forecasts indicate a possible tropical system forming in the northwest Gulf of Mexico around mid-July, potentially named Dexter, though this is still uncertain. Current weather features warm, humid nights with temperatures in the 70s and 80s, and scattered storms with a 40-60% chance over the next 7 to 14 days. A Bermuda High is building, shifting flow patterns that could bring evening and nighttime storms to the region. High temperatures will reach the low to mid-90s, with heat indexes up to 105-106°F. No tropical activity is expected in the Gulf, Caribbean, or Atlantic over the next seven days.
Meteorologist Devon Lucie starts with a look at where the temperatures and humidity were at the time of the broadcast, then shows you what’s driving our weather over the next two days and what the rain chances will be and how hot and humid it could get then gives us a glance at the extended forecast. Devon turns your attention to the tropics showing what’s forecast over the next 7 days in the Gulf, Caribbean, and the Atlantic then shows you a long range tropical forecast that has a low chance of possible development. He’ll show you where and finishes with the seven day forecast.
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New Orleans OIG finds NORDC, Foundation non-compliant with audit law
SUMMARY: The New Orleans Office of Inspector General reported that the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORDC) and the New Orleans Recreation Development Foundation failed to comply with legal audit requirements. NORDC did not provide independent audits for the last three years, despite the City Charter mandating annual independent audits. The Foundation, which receives substantial public funding, also stopped audits in recent years, citing cost savings and lack of federal funds. The OIG recommends both entities comply with financial reporting laws by the end of 2026. NORDC acknowledged the findings and is reviewing its processes to improve transparency and accountability.
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Morning Forecast – Wednesday, July 9th
SUMMARY: Morning Forecast for Wednesday, July 9th from Shawl Pryor on FOX 14: Showers and thunderstorms from Tuesday dissipated before midnight as a frontal boundary stalled just to the north. Showers and storms will redevelop around lunchtime and persist into the afternoon, weakening after sunset. The stalled front may bring continued rain chances through Thursday. Temperatures will remain in the lower 90s, climbing toward the weekend with heat indices reaching triple digits. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are likely near and north of the I-20 Corridor late tonight due to an upper trough and high moisture levels. Storm coverage will decrease by Friday with drier air moving in, leading to hotter and less stormy conditions.
Most of the showers and t-storms from yesterday completely dissipated prior to midnight. A frontal boundary will sit just to our north. More showers and t-storms will develop around lunchtime and continue into the afternoon. Most of these storms will weaken after sunset, but the stalled front may help to keep more rain chances in the forecast for tomorrow. Temperatures will stay in the lower 90’s but begin their climb for this weekend. Heat indices will climb into the triple digits.
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Source: First responders requested emergency alert at least 90 minutes before it was sent
SUMMARY: On July 4th, during rapidly rising floodwaters in Kerr County, first responders requested an emergency “Code Red” alert around 4:22 AM to warn residents. However, the official system was not activated until nearly six hours later, around 10 AM. Despite having the capability to send mass alerts, approval from supervisors was required, causing delays. Kerr County officials acknowledged the complexity of issuing alerts, with the sheriff stating it’s “not that easy” to just push a button. Meanwhile, families faced growing death tolls and missing persons, with search and rescue efforts still ongoing amid questions about earlier warnings and emergency preparedness.
First responders requested a Code Red Alert nearly six hours before it was issued, a source confirmed with KSAT.
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