Shreveport Breaks Heat Record on Sunday

SHREVEPORT, LA - An excessive heat warning remains in effect for Shreveport and all of northwest Louisiana through 8pm Monday night. This warning also includes much of east Texas and extreme southern Arkansas.

What We Can Expect:

Temps will climb to about 104 degrees on Monday. Sunday's temp climbed to 106 which broke a record of 105 which was set back in 1948. This extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

NWS

Anyone who has to work outdoors in this heat is urged to take frequent breaks and stay hydrated. You are also urged to wear loose fitting light clothing if you must be outside. This heat can overcome you with little to no notice.

All residents are also encouraged to check on elderly neighbors or those living alone to make sure they are ok. You should never leave a child or a pet in a car unattended even if the car is left running. Something could go wrong and this heat is unbearable in a hot car for even a few minutes.

Shreveport is operating cooling centers

Each SPAR recreation center will be open Monday through Friday from 9 am – 7 pm and Saturdays 9 am – 3 pm. Each center has a designated seating area, water, and a place to charge your devices.

SPAR Community Centers:

• A.B. Palmer Community Center – 547 E. 79th Street

• Airport Park Community Center – 6500 Kennedy Drive

• Andrew Currie Community Center – 1600 Norma Avenue

• Bilberry Park Community Center – 1902 Alabama Avenue

• Bill Cockrell Community Center – 4109 Pines Road

• Chris Hays Community Center – 4300 Illinois Street

• David Raines Community Center – 2920 Round Grove Lane

• Hattie Perry Community Center – 4300 Ledbetter Street

• Lakeside Park Community Center – 2200 Milam Street

• Mamie Hicks Community Center – 200 Mayfair Street

• Princess Park Community Center – 931 Baker Street