State officials say it’s very important to keep safety measures in mind when setting off fireworks this Fourth of July. Michelle Southern reports…:
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Secretary of State Tom Schedler says he will not release the private voter information the Trump Administration requested. Halen Doughty has more…
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With lots of fireworks expected this Fourth of July, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals encourages pet parents to keep their fur babies safe and calm. Ana Zorrilla with the Louisiana SPCA says the Fourth of July is one of the busiest days in terms of animals getting lost from their homes. She says that’s why it’s important to make sure all your pets have a collar and ID tag.
Zorrilla says dogs are less anxious when they’re tired. She advises exercising your dog by playing fetch or going for a walk before the fireworks begin. She says dog owners can also keep their fur baby distracted with toys during the fireworks.
Zorrilla says pets should be kept inside during fireworks displays to keep them safe, even if they are usually outside. She says the loud noise of the fireworks often scares or startles pets, and there are ways pet parents can help with that too.
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Many Americans cannot imagine the Fourth of July without fireworks, but state officials say it’s very important to keep safety measures in mind when setting off the colorful and loud pyrotechnics. Brant Thompson with the State Fire Marshal’s Office says the gravity of exercising care while using fireworks cannot be over stated…:
Thompson says it’s estimated that fireworks cause over 18,000 fires each year in America, which includes approximately 2,000 structures and vehicles, resulting in millions of dollars in damages…:
Thompson says they encourage revelers to take advantage of the many organized celebrations throughout Louisiana where the fireworks displays are conducted by professional pyrotechnic operators. He says those that do put on a private show should be sober, wearing safety goggles and have a hose or bucket of water nearby…:
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Louisiana voters’ private information will not be released, no matter what the Trump Administration says. That’s according to Secretary of State Tom Schedler, who says he denied the voter information request from the Presidential Commission on Election Integrity. He says he received a letter from the commission’s vice chairman, Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach, requesting public information.
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Schedler says in reality, private information, like social security number, mother’s maiden name, and date of birth was requested. Louisiana’s public voter list only includes name, address, party affiliation and voter history. Schedler says he will not release any confidential information on Louisiana voters.
Schedler received a similar request from the Department of Justice under the Obama Administration. He says he did not release the information then, and he’s not releasing it now either.
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If you like hot and sticky weather, then you’ll enjoy this Independence Day. State Climatologist Barry Keim says there’s almost no chance of rain today and winds are pumping in high humidity levels from the Gulf of Mexico.
Keim says it will be a hot, muggy summer day. He advises people to stay cool and drink plenty of water. He says since there’s minimal cloud coverage and no chance of rain, outdoor Fourth of July festivities should not be interrupted, unless you need to head inside for a break from the hot weather.
Keim says as we get closer to the middle of July, we’re moving into the hottest part of the year. So you can expect more hot summer days through the rest of the week.