SUMMARY: Doctors warn of the dangers fireworks pose to the eyes, with 15% of fireworks injuries affecting vision. Lisa Dickerson lost sight in one eye after a bottle rocket malfunctioned during a family celebration. Despite multiple surgeries, she now has significant scarring and disfigurement. Dr. Aaron Shriver and others note a spike in firework-related eye injuries following legalization in Iowa, overwhelming emergency rooms. Safety tips include keeping a bucket of water and fire extinguisher nearby, waiting 20 minutes before handling duds, soaking faulty fireworks in water, and wearing protective goggles. Lisa urges caution to prevent similar life-changing injuries.

If you plan on setting off fireworks, doctors are warning you to protect your eyes.

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SUMMARY: West Monroe police arrested Stanley Vandivere after a bank robbery where he wore a clown mask, threatened a customer and employees with a gun, and stole \$1,000. He was charged with second-degree kidnapping, armed robbery, and resisting arrest. Meanwhile, Meghan O’Boyle, 41, was arrested for defrauding an elderly woman of over \$600,000, charged with exploitation and theft. Starting August 1, Louisiana will ban handheld phone use while driving statewide, enforceable as a secondary offense. Twin Cities will celebrate Independence Day on July 5 with fireworks, runs, parties, and a patriotic flag display downtown. Spotty storms possible; highs near mid-90s.

Midday Ark-La-Miss Update for Friday, July 4, 2025

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SUMMARY: A potential tropical storm could develop today along the East Coast, with a 70% chance of formation, possibly becoming a named storm by tomorrow. Current weather shows hot temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s, feeling like upper 90s to triple digits in some areas. Light, hit-or-miss showers are passing through, with occasional thunderstorms expected later this afternoon into the evening, especially near coastal and river parishes. By fireworks time, skies should clear up. Travelers along the coast and towards the Carolinas should prepare for rain through the weekend into Monday. Rain chances will increase late weekend, but no major washout expected today.

The NHC has an area of interest off the east coast of the United States highlighted for potential development this weekend.

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