Independence Day means pyro for many celebrating the holiday. Although fireworks are dangerous, it’s important that you do take into consideration several factors to reduce the risk of negative outcomes if you choose to fire up the festivities. State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says you should start by making sure your fireworks are legal in your area.
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AAA estimates this Fourth of July holiday will see a record-breaking 47 million Americans travel 50 miles or more. The statewide average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.57, which is the highest in four years for Independence Day. But AAA Spokesperson Don Redman says travelers are paying less for airfare, which has resulted in a record-breaking three-point-eight million people traveling by air…
Moody’s investor Service has raised Louisiana’s credit outlook from negative to stable, in a sign that Wall Street may be gaining more confidence in the Bayou State economy. Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne says this was one of the many reason the Edwards administration pushed for a stable final budget deal.
Colorado State forecasters are downgrading their expectations for this year’s hurricane season, now saying we’re looking at a below average season for tropical activity. Colorado State University Research Scientist Phillip Klotzbach warns that just because fewer named storms are predicted, doesn’t mean that one mega storm won’t cruise in and cause havoc.
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The original prediction was fourteen named storms.