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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 8 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 22 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Louisiana and
southeast Texas.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 8 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.

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Swim Safety Tips for Kids During the Summer

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Rochelle Campbell with the Lafayette Mom stopped by to share a few helpful tips to keep in mind this summer when you take your kids swimming.

Rochelle Campbell with the Lafayette Mom stopped by to share a few helpful tips to keep in mind this summer when you take your kids swimming. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.

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•Louisiana has been ranked the 3rd in the country among states with the highest drowning rates

•According to the CDC, drowning is the leading cause of death for infants and young children between the ages of 1-4.

•Know the warning signs of drowning: head low in the water, mouth at water level, head titled back and mouth open, eyes glassy and empty, etc

•Keep children within in arms reach and Take 15 minute shifts watching the water

•Start swim lessons as young as 6 months old

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•Learn CPR

•Choose a swimsuit visible underwater like neon yellow, neon orange and neon green

•head to Lafayette Mom dot com for Acadiana Swim Lesson resources https://thelafayettemom.com/lafayette/things-to-do-in-lafayette/swim-lessons-in-lafayette/

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