The City of New Orleans has issued a heat advisory for Thursday. City health officials are warning residents to stay in air-conditioned areas and avoid unnecessary sun exposure. The advisory runs until 9 p.m. Officials say the heat and humidity in the greater New Orleans area could push the heat index up to 110 degrees.
City officials say people needing shelter overnight will be accepted at the following locations, under the following conditions:
- The Salvation Army at 4530 South Claiborne Ave. will accept males and females, beginning at 4 p.m.
- Ozanam Inn at 843 Camp St. will accept males only, beginning at 4 p.m.
- Covenant House at 611 North Rampart St. will accept males and females between the ages of 16-21, their dependent children, and any female with dependent minor children. Mothers with small children may come anytime.
- New Orleans Mission at 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. will only accept male or female adults, beginning at 4 p.m.