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Heat Break, Then Storms Ahead | Lake Charles News

Sweltering temps in Southwest Louisiana are finally getting a brief reprieve with clouds rolling in today, offering some relief from the oppressive heat — though don’t expect much rain. Wednesday brings back the heat with highs near 100°F and sticky humidity, but Thursday and Friday signal a major shift: high pressure moves out, bringing scattered thunderstorms and much-needed rain to ease drought conditions. While a few days of showers won’t fix the long-term deficit, it’s a welcome start. Burn bans remain in place due to dry conditions, and while August will stay hot, daily rain chances…

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