Tens of thousands are without power as a result of the snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. Those with power are being asked to conserve electricity in an effort to reduce overall demand. Cleco spokesperson Jennifer Cahill says they didn’t make that request lightly…
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The winter storms are slowing down the distribution of vaccines and getting shots into arms. State health officer Doctor Joe Kanter says that means you may not be able to get vaccinated this week even if you had an appointment to do so…
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Kanter says if the appointment for your second shot gets delayed by a few days that will not impact the overall effectiveness of the vaccine. About 255-thousand Louisiana residents have received both shots.

With two winter storms in the same week to rock the Bayou State, forecasters say it’s been historic. Brooke Thorington has more.
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Light freezing drizzle is still possible through north Louisiana today which is why the area remains under a winter storm warning. It will also turn cold again tonight with temperatures dipping well below the freezing mark and we could see the teens or low 20s tomorrow morning for north Louisiana.