Another cold air mass is bringing Canadian air into Louisiana, dropping temperatures well below normal. Temps are expected to fall throughout the day, then the coldest air of the weekend will settle in with overnight temperatures below freezing statewide. State climatologist Barry Keim..:
Cut 3 (13) “on Sunday”
Last time we saw an arctic outbreak, there were several house fires resulting in over a dozen fatalities. State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says some of those homes didn’t have a working smoke alarm and were using other dangerous means to heat their homes…:
Cut 5 (09) “some fires”
He says it’s important to check on neighbors, especially the elderly, when these cold blasts take over.

The Legislative Women’s Caucus is investigating to see if it is necessary to overhaul sexual harassment policies for lawmakers and state government employees. Chairman and New Orleans Representative Helena Moreno finds it disturbing that even though harassment policies are in place for the state, it’s hard to hold legislators accountable…:
Cut 7 (11) “the legislature”
She feels the current rules are antiquated and need to be brought up to date.

The Louisiana Property Assistance Agency will resume its monthly state surplus property auctions in Baton Rouge this weekend. Division of Administration spokesperson Jacques Berry says all of the proceeds will go back to the state to take care of a portion of transportation needs…:
Cut 25 (03) “fleet”
He says there is something for everyone at the auction including exercise equipment, cars, boats, RVs and more.