Two people were killed, four others injured, when a car that was apparently stolen slammed into a beauty salon in New Orleans. Last night’s crash sparked a major fire in the Broadmoor neighborhood. New Orleans Fire Chief Tim McConnell says first responders acted quickly…
Cut 6 (12) “…through the window.”
New Orleans Police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson says the two deceased individuals were in the vehicle
The Louisiana Oil and Gas Association meets today for it’s annual gathering in Lake Charles with the industry showing some signs of life in the Gulf of Mexico. While the rig count increases in the south, In the northwest, the Hayesville Shale is beginning to see more action as a series of mergers and acquisitions have increased profitability. Haynesville Shale President Gifford Briggs says new tech is helping bring jobs back to the area.
Spring is in the air and with that comes spring cleaning and home improvement projects, but the State Fire Marshal’s office is warning the public of the dangers of the chemicals they may be using could be a fire risk. Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says there are steps to take to reduce the risk of spontaneous combustion.
Cut 10 (10)“…them dry completely.”
Today is the first full day of spring. So what can we expect weather wise? State Climatologist Barry Keim predicts a wetter and warmer spring than usual for Louisiana. Keim says we are currently in a weak El Nino with storms forming right off the coast of Texas near Houston.
Cut 14 (09) “…this past winter.”
The forecast for wet weather is good news for farmers.